010389 Planning AGENDA
PLANNNING COMMISSION MEETING OF JANUARY 3, 1988
CITY OF NEW HOPE, MINNESOTA
7:30 P.M.
PLANNING COMMISSION PROCESS
The City of New Hope Planning Commission serves in an
advisory capacity to the City Council. The Commission
is composed of eight New Hope residents who have been
appointed by the City Council to review all special
procedures pertaining to the sign code and zoning code.
The Planning Commission will review a petitioner's case
and may act on the case in the following manner:
Recommend that the City Council approve
the request with or without special
conditions;
Recommend that the city Council deny the
request; or
3. Table the case for further consideration.
If the Planning Commission recommends that the City
Council approve or deny a request, the planning case
will be placed on the City Council agenda for the
regular meeting. Usually this meeting is within one to
two weeks of the Planning Commission meeting.
If the Planning Commission tables the request, the
petitioner will be asked to return for the next
Commission meeting.
Petitioners are asked to come to the podium when the
appropriate case is called. Please state your name,
address, the request before the Commission, and discuss
any information relevant to the request.
Citizens who wish to speak to the Commission regarding
the case should be recognized, come to the podium, state
your name, address, and concern.
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AGENDA
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF JANUARY 3, 1989
CITY OF NEW HOPE, MINNESOTA
7:30 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Case 88-28 -
Case 88-29 -
Comprehensive Sign Plan at 5100 County Road #18,
Jon and Leah Miner, Petitioners
Request for a Ten Foot Variance to the Required
Thirty-five Foot Rear-Yard Setback at 9117 34th
Avenue North, Mary Lee Rich, Petitioner
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Report of Design and Review Committee
Report of Codes and Standards Committee
OLD BUSINESS
Discussion regarding New Hope Vacant Land Study Implementation
Discussion regarding Ordinance 88-18: Suspension of Development
of Industrially Zoned Property
NEW BUSINESS
Approval of Planning Commission Minutes of December 5, 1988.
Review of City Council Minutes of November 28, 1988, and December
12, 1988.
Review of HRA Minutes of November 28, 1988 and December 12, 1988.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
CITY OF NEW HOPE
MEMORANDUM
DATE:
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
December 30, 1988
Planning Commission
M. Jeannine Dunn, Administrative Assistant
New Commission Appointment
The City Council has appointed Mary Zak to a three-year term.
Ms. Zak will fill the vacancy resulting from Ken Anderson's
resignation.
Ms. Zak has been a resident of the City for ten years. She lives
at 8100 28th Avenue North and her phone number is 545-4808.
City of New Hope
Planning Case Report
Planning Case: 88-28
Request:
Location:
Zoning:
Petitioner:
Report Date:
Meeting Date:
Comprehensive Sign Plan Approval
5100 County Road #18
I-1 (Limited Industrial)
Jon and Leah Miner
December 30, 1988
January 3, 1989
CASE UPDATE
I spoke with Mr. Jon Miner and he indicated that he would be present at
the January 3, 1989 Planning Commission meeting.
Attchments:
Planning Case Report 88-28 (12-1-88)
A - Comprehensive Sign Plan
B - East & West Elevations
C - North & South Elevtions
D - Mello Smello Sketch
City of New Hope
Planning Case Report
Planning Case: 88-28
Request:
Location:
Zoning:
Petitioner:
Report Date:
Meeting Date:
Comprehensive Sign Plan Approval
5100 County Road #18
I-1 (Limited Industrial)
Jon and Leah Miner
December 1, 1988
December 6, 1988
BACKGROUND
The petitioner is requesting approval of a comprehensive sign plan
pursuant to Section 3.467 of the New Hope Code. Comprehensive sign
plan review is required for all commercial and industrial
properties with multiple tenants.
ANALYSIS
The petitioner is allowed to have two wall signs because the
property abuts street frontage on County Road #18 and 51st Avenue
North. In addition, the petitioner is allowed individual tenant
identification signs. None of these signs can exceed 100 square
feet in area (Section 3.467(a)).
The tenant is also allowed to have one ground sign which cannot
exceed 200 square feet in area and 30 feet in height (Section
3.436(c)) .
The petitioner is proposing the following signage:
Allowed Proposed
(Height) (Height) Allowed (Size) Proposed
Sign A (Ground) 30 ft.
Sign B
(Wall-"Mello Smello" ) -
Sign C
(Wall-"Internatural
Designs) -
Sign D (Wall -
(Munsinger Gymnastics
Center) -
Sign E (Wall-
(CTS Fabri-Tex
Connector, Inc. -
17 ft.
200 sq. ft.
100..sq. ft.
100 sq. ft.
100 sq. ft.
100 sq. ft.
70 sq. ft.
100 sq. ft.
42 sq. ft.
40 sq. ft.
40' sq. ft.
Planning Case Report 88-28
Page 2
RECOMMENDATION
The petitioner has prepared a sign plan which meets the City's sign
code.
Staff recommends approval of the comprehensive sign plan as submitted in
Planning Case 88-28.
Attachments:
A - Comprehensive Sign Plan
B - East & West Elevations
C - North & South Elevations
D - Mello Smello Sketch
"A"
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(wal 1 ) 100"
(wall) 42 "
1) 40" tenant (~X. 100 sq.'ft./Code)
1) '~Q, tenant
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West Elevation
East Elevation
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City of New Hope
Planning Case Report
Planning Case: 88-29
Request: Variance of Ten (10) Feet to the Required Thirty-Five
(35) Foot Rear Yard Setback
Location: 9117 34th Avenue North
Zoning: R-1 (Single Family Residential)
Petitioner: Mary Lee Rich
Report Date: December 30, 1988
Meeting Date: January 3, 1988
CASE UPDATE
The Planning Commission reviewed this case at its December 6, 1988,
meeting and tabled it so that the petitioners could confirm the
dimensions of the lot and consider alternatives for the placement
of the deck.
The petitioners have submitted a current lot survey which is
attached to this report. The survey indicates that the new
addition would encroach 11 feet into the required 35-foot setback.
The proposed deck is not described in the survey.
Attachment:
Lot Survey for 9117 34th Avenue North (12-18-88)
Excerpt from Planning Commission Minutes (12-6-88)
Planning Case Report 88-29 (12-1-88)
ADVANCE SURVEYING & ENGINEERING CO.
581I Cedar Lake Road Minneapolis. MN 55416 Phone ($12) $4] 0500
MARY LEE RICH
SCALE: ONE INCH EQUALS 20 FEET
S~URVEYED~.' December 22, 1988
D~RAFTED~: December 28, 1988
~EG~AL~DESCRIP__~TiON:
Lot 7, Block 2, SUNNY BANK FARMS SECOND ADDITION, Hennepin
County, Minnesota.
LEGAL DESCRIPTION SOURCE:
We have surveyed the above described property which the client claims to own or appears to own from various
gover~ent records. We ~ke no representation that the client does in fact own the property nor that a
search of the records has been made to detemine the extent and nature of his holdings. If there is any
doubt concerning the accuracy of the legal description, competent legal counsel should be retained to
perfom a title search and issue a title opinion for our use in preparing t~ survey.
EASEMENTS:
We show only those easements which the client infoms us Of or which we happen to become aware of through
other sources. The survey does not purport to show all easements and improvements.
~TANDARD SYMBOLS AND CONVENTIONS:
"o" Denotes 1/2" ID pipe with plastic plug bearing State License Number 10535 set, if "o" is filled in,
then denotes found iron monument.
CERTIFICATION:
I hereby certify that this survey was prepared by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly
Registered Land Surveyor under the Laws of the State of Minnesota.
Samuel G. Parker, R.L.S. No. 10535
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Motion by O~,~issioner Sonsin,
Friedrich to table c~_~e 88-28
second by Co~missioner
of planning
Voting in favor:
Voting against:
Absent:
Watschke,.Anderson, Sonsin, Friedrich,
Cameron, Oja, Cassen .,
None
Gundershaug ....
Mary Lee Rich stated she was requesting a v~riance to allow
her to construct a three person porch where her deck is now
located. She would then like to extend a deck off the porch
into the back~.
In response to questions reqarding the lot dimensions, Ms.
Eunn stated that staff would reco~m~nd that the petitioner
provide a current lot survey before construction begins.
Ms. Rich stated that the roof line of the porch will match
the existing roof lines, and that all exterior materials will
be compatible. She noted she had spoken to her neighbors and
they had expressed no objections to her plan.
Co'~L~,~nting that the plans as proposed would not leave much
left in the backyard, Co~,~,~ssioner Sonsin asked whether Ms.
Rich had considered any other options for the location of the
deck, such as along the rear of the house, or reducing the
size of the porch and deck?
Ms. Rich stated she felt if the size were much smaller it
would not be a useable rcx~n. The porch was designed to go
along with the roof line and will take up only the space now
occupied by the deck. She will not have to remove any trees
fl-om the yard. She did not think the porch would change the
looks of the yard.
Co~m~issioner Sonsin confirmed that the proposed porch would
occupy only the area now used for the deck.
Discussion followed regarding the distance between the
proposed porch and deck and dwellings located on neighboring
lots o
Ms. Dunn noted that when the house was originally constructed
it was positioned 36 feet from the front lot line, instead of
30 feet. %b_is diminished the rear yard and res%llted in having
no build__~ble area in the rearyard.
Plamin~ 0 ..... i?-~io~ ~
_~ri~t~-~_r 6, 1988
-3-
Commissioner Anderson asked whether there will be crawl space
or basement under the porch and deck?
Ms. Rich said "no" as there were windows in that location now
and she did not wish to cover them up. She plans to put rock
under the porch. She added that she planning to keep the
existing doorway.
Chairman Cameron noted that this was one of the largest
rearyard setback variances that the C~,,~,~ssion had been asked
to grant. He felt the distance between dwellinqs on
neighboring properties and the proposed porch was a f~ctor,
but he felt the deck extended too far into the rearyard.
Co~mmissioner Oja asked exactly where the new deck would be
located?
Ms. Rich said that it would be off at an angle toward the
middle of the yard. In response to questions from
Cu~u~issioner Sonsin, she said she could position the new
deck next to the house.
Co~amissioner Sonsin stated he would be more comfortable with
the variance if the deck were located next to the house.
Ms. Rich said she could do that. The deck had been proposed
to go into the yard and on an angle because it ~as thought it
would be more attractive. She confirmed that the deck and
porch could be raised, with rock underneath, so that the
windows would not be covered up.
Co~tumissioner Cassen requested a plat map so the co~umissioners
could get a feeling for distance of the proposed addition in
relation to neighboring dwellings.
Chairman Cameron noted the new deck as proposed would take
up a large part of the rearyard.
Ms- Rich said she planned to landscape the area as an
oriental garden.
FOllowing review of the plat map, it was the concensus of the
Commission that it would be preferable for the deck to be
realigned along the house.
Cox,.missioner Oja said it was her personal feeling that the
deck should not extend into the rearyard.
Deo~mP~r6, 1988
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Ms. Rich said she would need a stairway into the yard. She
confirmed that the Commission would like to see a new plan
showing the deck positioned along the house.
In response to qusstio~ from Chairman Came~n, Ms. Dunn said
that staff would require a new survey before construction
could begin.
C~issioner Sonsin ~ a motion to ~mh_le PC 88-29 until the
Plannin~ Ommm-{~ioR ~ of Januazy 3, 1989. Cozi~issioner
Voting in favor:
Voting agai~t:
Ab~t:
Watschke, ~Anderson, Sonsin, Friedrich,
Cameron, Oja, Cassen.
None
Gundershaug
PC 88-30 (3.4)
R~Q~ ~ ~-
FOR I~C~_.~E ~
kT 5~00 BOC~N~ ~
Mr. Ken Schenk of Pope Associates, represented the Northridge
Care Cent~. He stated they w~ requssting approval of
their plans for a four story adult day care entrance and
elevator lobby at 5500 Boone Avenue North.
It was noted that approval had already been granted for a
remodeling project of the one wing. The new proposals will
address the canopy at the end of the cul-du-sac on 55th
Avenue and the addition for the four story elevator lobby.
They plan to allow only one w~y traffic around and under the
canopy. The canopy will be located five f~t back f-~-om the
lot line.
The elevator/lobby addition will have lounges on each floor,
and will co~ect to the co~idor section. The exterior
materials will coordinate with the brick and stu~ of the
existing building. There will be brick col~-,-~ and a strip
window effect. The island in front of the addition will be
landscaped. The entl-ance will be fully accessible for the
handi~pped.
C~,£,~ssioner Oja confLrmed that the addition will match the
building to the north, and that the building to the ~uth is
only a one story facility. She then ~ked about r~ftop
Mr. Schenk said that all rooftop equipment would be screened
and that the drive way by the canopy would be m~ked "one
way". There will be concrete curbs and gutters, and the
blacktop will be striped. They are adding five parking
spa~ to the existing parking.
Planning C~ ~ion Minutes ~ 6, 1988
City of New Hope
Planning Case Report
Planning Case: 88-29
Request:
Location:
Zoning:
Petitioner:
Report Date:
Meeting Date:
Variance of Ten (10) Feet to the Required Thirty-Five
(35) Foot Rear Yard Setback
9117 34th Avenue North
R-1 (Single Family Residential)
Mary Lee Rich
December 1, 1988
December 6, 1988
BACKGROUND
The petitioner is requesting a ten (10) foot variance to the
required thirty-five (35) foot rear yard setback to allow
construction of a 144 square foot sun porch. The setbacks are
established in Section 4.034(3)(c) of the New Hope Code of
Ordinances.
Staff has notified property owners within 350 feet of the request
and have received no comment to date.
ANALYSIS
The site plan submitted by the petitioner has an error in that it
shows dimensions which total 122 feet; however, the lot is only 120
feet deep. Because the petitioner has not prepared a lot survey,
it is difficult for staff to identify where this error exists.
Staff has assumed that the variance request is for ten (10) feet.
(The petitioner applied for a nine (9) foot variance.)
The petitioner has an existing deck which would be removed to build
the new porch. A new 144 square foot open deck would then be
built. This new deck is a permitted encroachment.
Because of the original construction and plaqement of the house on
the lot, staff notes that it is difficult to build the proposed
addition anywhere on the property within the buildable yard.
Section 4.22 of the New Hope Code of Ordinances established the
criteria for approval of a variance. In this case, staff can find
no hardship created by the City Code to support approval of a
variance. In addition, staff can find no previously approved
variances which permitted rear yard encroachments of this size in
the area. ~
Planning Case Report 88-29
Page 2
RECOMMENDATION
Because the petitioner has not met the variance criteria established in
Section 4.22 of the New Hope Code, staff recommends denial of the
request for a ten (10) feet variance to the required thirty-five (35)
foot rear yard setback as proposed in Planning Case 88-29.
Attachments:
Site Sketch (November 10, 1988)
Floor Plan (November 4, 1988)
Rear Elevation (November 4, 1988)
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DESIGNERS & BUILDERS
SAWHOR~E~
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THIS CONTR~CT'INCLUDES 4~' FROST ~ .~,
;~ FOOTINGS .WHI(~It COe~SIST .OF A,
CONC-~ STF, I?~FQOT[NG ~ND (4)
REQUIRED o~
CITY OF NEW HOPE
MEMORANDUM
DATE:
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
December 30, 1988
Planning Commission
M. Jeannine Dunn, Administrative Assistant
Agenda Item 5
Vacant Land Study
Staff would like to present the Planning Commission with some
additional concepts for the Minnegasco property.
Development Moratorium
On December 12, the City Council adopted Ordinance 88-18.
This ordinance is permitted by Minnesota Statutes for cities who
are in the stages of developing or considering an amendment to
the comprehensive plan. The moratorium is in effect from
December 12, 1988 to March 13, 1989.
Staff will present a map of the properties included on Tuesday
night.
ORDINANCE NO. 88-18
AN INTERIM ORDINANCE TEMPORARILY
SUSPENDING ALL NEW CONSTRUCTION, NEW USES,
DEVELOPMENT OR SUBDIVISION OF CERTAIN INDUSTRIALLY
ZONED PROPERTY LYING EAST OF WINNETKA AVENUE NORTH
The City Council of the City of New Hope ordains:
Section 1. Section 1.54 "Suspension of Development
of Industrially Zoned Property" of the New Hope Code is hereby
added to read as follows:
1.54
Suspension of Development of Industrially Zoned
property. Pursuant to Minn. Stat. section 462.355
Subd. 4, a ban is hereby ~mposed on the application for
and issuance of building permits un---der Chapter 3 of
this Code, text changes, variances, conditional use
permits and rezoning requests under Chapter 4 of this
Code and subdivision requests under Chapter ~3--~f this
Code for any new construction, new use, new d-~velopment
or subdivision of all industrially zoned properties
located i~n the following described area in the City of
New Hope:
That property lying east of Winnetka Avenue and
bordered on the west by th-~ Soo Line Railroad
formerly known as the Minneapolis,~ Northfield,
Southern Railroad, bordered on the south by Bethel
Cemetery and bordered on the north by a line
extending the centerline of 41st Avenue North west
to Winnetka Avenue North, and
That property zoned "I-2" lying east of Winnetka
Avenue North and bordered on the north--and west by
the Soo Line ~a~lroad form~ly known as the
Minneapolis, Northfield, Southern Railroad and
bordered o__~n the south by 49th Avenue North.~
Section 2. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be
effective upon its passage and publication.
Section 3. Termination Date. This Ordinance shall expire
and be of no further force and effect at 12:01 a.m , March 13,
1989. '
Dated the ]2th
day of December
· 1988.
Attest:
City Clerk
(Published in the New Hope-Golden Valley Post on the
December , 1988.)
29th day of
CITY OF ~ I~DPE
4401 XYIE~ AVI~73E ~
~ (/X~l'f, ~ 55428
Deoember6, 1988
~ne City Clerk, Carol Carlson, administered the Oath of
Office to the two new commissioners, Douglas Watschke and
Sharon Cassen.
A regular meeting of the Planning Cc~mission of the City of
New Hope, Minnesota washeld on Tuesday, December 6, 1988 at
the City Hall, 4401 Xylon Avenue North.
The meeting was called to order by Cha~ Cameron at 7:35
p.m.
Watschke, Anderson, Sonsin, Friedrich, Cameron,
Gundershaug
~JBLIC HEAR/~GS
PC 88-27 (3.1)
R~JESTF~APPROVAL
OF C~~SIVESIGN
PLAN AT7716-7724
PC 88-28 (3.2)
PLAN AT5100G~t%~TY
Mr. Keith Wagner, Inside Sales Supervisor for Detail,
represented Thyssen Specialty Steels. They were requesting
approval of a sign on their building. In response to
questions from Chairman Cameron Mr. Wagner noted that the
sign proposed would meet to city codes and ordinances.
In response to questions frc~ C~mtdssioner Anderson, it was
noted thatthe sign wouldbe of plexiglas, and not internally
Ms. Dunn stated that staff had recoimt-~nded approval of the
plan as proposed.
Commissioner Anderson made a motion recoimL~lh~g approval of
the c~ive sign plan at 7716-24 wir~3rk Ilrive, as
re~_~ in PC 88-27. Ccmh~Hssioner Sonsin second.
Voting in favor:
Voting against:
Absent:
Watschke, Anderson, Sonsin, Friedrich,
Cameron, Oja, Cassen
None
Gundershaug
The petitioner was not in attendance.
PC 88-29 (3.3)
AT 9117 34~{ AV~FOE
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Motion by C~.~Hssioner Sonsin, second by Co-~mlHssioner
Friedrich to ~mble Case 88-28 until the end of the plan~
Voting in favor:
Voting against:
Absent:
F~tion carried.
Watschke, Anderson, Sonsin, Friedrich,
Cameron, Oja, Cassen
None
Gundershaug.
Mary Lee Rich stated she was requesting a variance to allow
her to construct a three person porch where her deck is now
located. She would then like to ~ a deck off the porch
into the backyard.
In response to questions regarding the lot dimensions, Ms.
Dunn stated that staff would recommend that the petitioner
provide a current lot survey before construction begins.
Ms. Rich stated that the roof line of the porch will match
the existing roof lines, and that all exterior materials will
be cc~pat~le. She noted she had spoken to her neighbors and
they had expressed no objections to her plan.
Confronting that the plans as proposed would not leave much
left in the backyard, Com,~ssioner Sonsin asked whether Ms.
Rich had considered any other options for the location of the
deck, such as along the rear of the house, or reducing the
size of the porch and deck?
Ms. Rich stated she felt if the size were much smaller it
would not be a use_~ble room. The porch w-as designed to go
along with the roof line and will tak~ up only the space now
occupied by the deck. She will not have to remove any trees
· from the yard. She did not think the porch would change the
looks of the yard.
Co~m~dssioner Sonsin confirmed that the proposed porch would
occupy only the area now used for the deck.
Discussion followed regarding the distance between the
proposed porch and deck and dwellings located on neighboring
lots.
MS. Dunn noted that when the house was originally constructed
it vras positioned 36 feet from the front lot line, instead of
30 feet. This diminished the rear yard and resulted in having
no build_able area in the rearyard.
Planning O ..... L~ic~ ~ December 6, 1988
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C~m~issioner Anderson asked whether there will be crawl space
or basement under the porch and deck?
Ms. Rich said "no" as there were windows in that location now
and she did not wish to cover them up. She plans to put rock
under the porch. She added that she planning to keep the
existing doorway.
Chairman Cameron noted that this was one of the largest
rearyard setback variances that the Commission had been asked
to grant. He felt the distance between dwellings on
neighboring properties and the proposed porch was a factor,
but he felt the deck extended too far into the rearyard.
C~t.~,~ssioner Oja asked exactlY where the new deck would be
located?
Ms. Rich said that it would be off at an angle toward the
middle of the yard. In response to questions from
Cu,:,,uissioner Sonsin, she said she could position the new
deck next to the house.
Commissioner Sonsin stated he would be more comforts_hie with
the variance if the deck were located next to the house.
Ms. Rich said she could do that. The deck had been proposed
to go into the yard and on an angle because it was thought it
would be more attractive. She confirmed that the deck and
porch could be raised, with rock underneath, so that the
windows would not be covered up.
Commissioner Cassen requested a plat map so the commissioners
could get a feeling for distance of the proposed addition in
relation to neighboring dwellings.
C~airman Cameron noted the new deck as proposed would take
up a large part of the rearyard.
Ms. Rich said she planned to landscape the area as an
oriental garden.
Following review of the plat map, it was the concensus of the
Commission that it would be preferable for the deck to be
realigned along the house.
Commissioner Oja said it was her personal feeling tb~t the
deck should not extend into the rearyard.
Planning (kmmaission M/nutes ~ 6, 1988
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Ms. Rich said she would need a sta4rway into the yard. She
confirmed that the Commission would like to see a new plan
showing the deck positioned along the house.
In response to questions from Chairman cameron, Ms. Dunn said
that staff would require a new survey before construction
Co~issioner Sonsin made a motic~ to table PC 88-29 until the
Plannir~ O-,,,~-~sic~ meetir~ of Jar~kqry 3, 1989. Co~m¥,~ssioner
voting in favor:
Voting against:
Absent:
Watschke, Anderson, Sonsin,
Cameron, Oja,~ Cassen.
None
Gundershaug
PC 88-30 (3.4)
FOR I]~/'C~I~I ~
AT 5500 BOONE
Mr. Ken Schenk of Pope Associates, represented the Northridge
Care Center. He stated they were requesting approval of
their plans for a four story adult day care entrance and
elevator lobby at 5500 Boone Avenue North.
It was noted that approval had already been granted for a
remodeling project of the one wing. The new proposals will
address the canopy at the end of the cul-du-sac on 55th
Avenue and the addition for the four story elevator lobby.
They plan to allow only one way traffic around and under the
canopy. The canopy will be located five feet back from the
lot line.
The elevator/lobby addition will have lounges on each floor,
and will connect to the corridor sections. The exterior
materials will coordinate with the brick and stucco of the
existing building. There will be brick columns and a strip
window effect. The island in front of the addition will be
landscaped. The entrance will be fully accessible for the
handi~p~d.
Cu~m~-dssioner Oja confirmed that the addition will match the
building to the north, and that the building to the south is
only a one story facility. She then asked about rooftop
Mr. Schenk said that all rooftop equipment would be screened
and that the drive way by the canopy would be marked "one
way". There will be concrete curbs and gutters, and the
blacktop will be striped. They are adding five parking
spaces to the existing parking.
Planning ~-~ic~ ~ Deoember 6, 1988
Discussion centered on the parking situation on the site, and
it ~as noted that the assisted living people did not normally
require as much parking a~ailability as the congregate living
people.
In response to questions from Ommmissioner Oja, it was noted
that the island was to be .landscaped with Japanese dwarf
pine, maple and aarabovitae shrubs. Commissioner Oja
indicated she felt the site could~use more landscaping near
the entryw~y and next to the building.
Mr. Schenk noted that there was some grassy area that could
handle excess snow. There~will be lights under the canopy
but no additional lights on the front of the addition.
In response to questions, Mr. %hompson stated that the
daycare hours were 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. He stated that of the 25
participants in the adult day care program, only 10 or 12 of
them were delivered and picked up car. The remainder arrived
in the Northridge vans.
Chairman Cameron indicated that the C~dssion/City loved
trees, and in his opinion the four story addition could stand
to have some tall trees to soften the exterior.
Mr. Schenk stated that they could follow through with more
Commissioner Friedrich expressed concern about the height of
the canopy and whether an emergency vehicle could get under
it. It was noted that the canopy was ten feet higher than
the bituminous and could acco~m~date an rescue vehicle. A
fire truck would be able to park close enough without being
In response to questions regarding the on-street parking in
the Northridge area, Ms. Dunn stated there was still some
parking on streets near the complex, but not because there
w~s not room in the lots.
Northridge provides 361 parking spaces on site and the code
requirement is only 310.
Mr. Thompson noted that the parking usually ~as a problem at
shift change time, and when there were activities scheduled
that drew visitors to the care center.
Ms. Dunn stated that city staff is presently exploring the
possibility of a cooperative parking plan in the area which
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would utilize some presently vacant land and assist the
petitioner ~and surrounding industrial properties.
In answer to questions from C~t.L, issioner Oja, Mr. Schenk
stated that the sewer and water main located under the
proposed addition will be relocated.
Discussion continued between C~L~dssioner Anderson and Mr.
Schenk about the possible need ' for reserved spaces for
dropping daycare people off; the number of participants in
the daycare program; the existing catch basins, the design of
the canopy and addition; and the reason for the wider
driveway.
It was noted that the land was pretty restrictive and that
there w-as not much d/mension between the building and the
property line.
Responding to Commissioner Anderson's opinion t_hat the radius
should be reduced, the architect noted that this was not a
heavy traffic area.
There was no one present in regard to this request.
PC 88-28 (3.2)
Co~m-~issioner Ga made a motion re~.,..~ndlng approval of the
pzuposed c~on at Northri~ Care Oenter at 5500 Boone
Avenue North, as requested in PC 88-30, subject to the
pkovision of a~ditic~al l~pi~ ~ that the water m~in
be relocate. Cu~L~ssioner Sonsin second.
Voting in favor: Watschke, Anderson, Sonsin, Friedrich,
Cameron, .Oja, Cassen
Voting Against: None
Friedrich to r~move PC 88-28 frc~ the table.
Voting in favor:
Voting against:
Absent:
Motion c~rried.
Watschke, Anderson, Sonsin, Friedrich,
Cameron, Oja, Cassen
None
Gundershaug
The petitioner was still not in attendance.
Planning O.,..i-~sic~ Minutes December 6, 1988
CU~ITrEE REPORTS
4.1
4.2
OLD ~3S~ESS
5.1
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Motic~ by Oi,..~-~ioner Anderson, second by Ol,,,,~-~ioner
Friedric~ to table PC 88-~8 ~ tJ~ ~la~ C~-~ion
~getir~ of Jar~ 3, 1989.
Voting in favor:
Voting against:
Absent:
Motic~carried.
Watschke, Anderson, Sonsin,
Cameron, Oja, Cassen.
None
Gundershaug
friedrich,
Design and Review Cu~,~,~ttee held one meeting in November.
There was no report from the Codes and Standards Co~m-~ittee.
Alan Brixius, of Northwest Associated Consultants, gave a
brief synopsis of the Vacant Iand Study Phase I which had
been prepared in July of 1986.
This study listed six criteria which should be considered in
determining prospective use of properties. They are:
1. Lot Classification
2. Availability of Sewer and Water
3. Size and Configuration of the Lot
4. Development Standards as Outlined in the Comprehensive
Plan and Zoning Ordinance
5. Envirionmental Concerns
6. Market Conditions
He stated that since 1986 14 of the designated properties had
been developed.
Phase II is the implementation plan and outlines strategies
to be used to promote the development of the vacant land.
This addressed administrative concerns, prumotion and
marketing of the parcels, updating and adapting the
Comprehensive Plan, the need to consider public assistance in
the consideration of any development, and finally priorities
were established.
Mr. Brixius then stated that one of the sites of concern was
the Minnegasco site on Winnetka Avenue. At the last meeting,
two options were offered. One was to make the property a
totally industrial development.
Planning~ic~Minutes December6, 1988
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This option had been deemed by the Planning Commission as an
acceptable alternative. There have been some ~odifications
since the original submission of the option, including a full
intersection at 40th Avenue. This creates some unequally
shaped lots. It is however a concept idea,~ and is not etched
in stone.
The second option discussed would be for multiple family
development. The Planning Co~Lm,~ssion felt this was an
inappropriate use and staff would not recum,~_nd this option.
Mr. Brixius stated that if Option I was what the Planning
C~.~,~ssion was looking for it could be included in the Study
as Site MM.
Chairman Cameron stated that he didn't think the Commission
ever wanted people to be living on that property, but there
might be a circumstance where the city might want it zoned as
residential.
Mr. Brixius stated that if the city wanted only certain uses
on this site, it was in the best interests of the city to so
designate, but no rezone the property at this time. Then, if
a developer or property owner interested, he could request
the rezoning at that .time. The rezoning could then be
approved if it was the opinion of the city/cc~mission t/hat it
was consistent with the zoning policies of the city.
Cu~m,~ssioner Anderson stated he felt that the city also
needed to b~ve something on that site that would create a
decent tax base for the city. He felt that the uses
designated should provide some flexibility. He personally
did not like Option II and would like it removed from the
report. The commission/city could say "no" to the density at
the time of an actual proposal.
The concensus of the Commission was to agree with
Commissioner Anderson.
Discussion between the C~m¥,~ssioners regarding uses for this
property, including a church which is allowed in a
residential zone, or some combination of uses.
It was felt that the burden should be on a developer to
convince the Planning Cu~mdssion to accept a particular use.
Mr. Brixius stated that Site MM would be included in the
Guide Plan, with a statement that the city would like to
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~6, 1988
retain the site as industrial, but would be open to
consideration of a mixed development providing it could co-
exist with the surrounding area's development.
Mr. Brixius re-stated the priorities in Phase II of the plan.
They are:
1. City Center/42nd Avenue Corridor
2. 49th and Winnetka Avenue Area
3. Science and Industrial Park
4. Quebec, Winnetka and Nevada Industrial Areas
In response to a question f~-c~-~ Commissioner Anderson, Mr.
Brixius stated that the text of the amendment updated the
Guide Plan.
Mr. Henderson of Minnegasco stated that Minnegasco would like
to proceed with the zoning remaining industrial. There is
the possibility of their closing on a sale early in 1989.
They would like to see it developed.
Mr.. Dick Curry stated he was acco~anied by two
representatives from Holy Nativity Church. He had a proposal
that would involve both the existing Holy Nativity site and
the Minnegasco site. This proposal would rezone the Holy
Nativity site to industrial, and build a new church and 80
townhouse units on the Minnegasco site (ten units per acre).
They would be working with the neighborhood in developing the
plans. Mr. Curry added that there were some problems with
the soil on parts of the Holy Nativity site.
Mr. Broden, representing Holy Nativity, stated that the
church had been on five acres for over 25 years. They have
decided that this was too ~m/ch land. They have been
attempting to sell the eastern portion for several months.
In the meantime they have been considering whether or not the
church should relocate.
Mr. Curry had approached the church re~ moving to the
Minnegasco site. They would have an interest in that site
because it would allow them to stay in the same area, where a
large number of the congreqation resides. However, such a
move would require approval of the congregation and also the
Chairman Cameron confirmed that the church did not have a
specific time t~_ble for their plans.
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5.2
Mr. Brcden reviewed the process the church had gone through
to this time, including a fund drive and attempting to
obtain approval from the EI/2A and congregation for a change
of location.
Ms. Dunn stated that the church property is presently zoned
R-O.
Commissioner Anderson stated t/ha~ the Planning Coqm~ission
would not look at this proposal as a combined package. They
would look at each individual proposal separately.
Chairman Cameron concurred with this statement.
Cu,L,,~,~ssioner Anderson made a motion rec~r~ng approval and
~c~ of Pba~e II of the Va~_nt Tan Study a~ inclusic~
in the city's C~ive Plan, arm~ forwardir~ to city
Council. C~mt-,~ssioner C~a seou~.
Voting in favor:
Voting against:
Absent:
Anderson, Sonsin, Friedrich, Cameron, C~a,
None
Watschke
Gundershaug
Mr. Brixius noted that the proposed handicapped housing plan
had previously been reviewed. A draft ordinance had been
prepared in July 1988. This ordinance attempts to address the
issues involved in handicapped housing facilities in a
similar fashion to elderly housing. Such a use would become
a Conditional Use Permit within the existing R-5 zone. The
ordinance provides a definition of handicapped housing and
criteria for their development. Any development proposal
must conform to HUD requi~ts if HUD funding is to be
obtained. There is a slight problem in this type of
development since staff felt garages should be provided, but
HUD would not finance a project that included underground
garages.
Ms. Dunn stated that after the Planning Commission approved
the recommended ordinance, the City Attorney would review it
and put it into final form.
Discussion followed about the reculL,~nded apartment sizes
incuded in the ordinance. It was noted that these sizes were
the maximum that HUD would approve.
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7.0
Ms. D~n noted that the architect and builder for the project
had experience with developing handicapped units.
Commissioner Anderson made a motic~ ~~n~ acceptance
and _ret~_ ~,~,~nd~ng adoptic~ of the Har~~ O~~ as
presented a~i forwaz~ to the City Council for ir~lusic~ in
the city's C~ive Plan. Cc~missioner Sonsin ~.
Voting in favor:
Voting against:
Absent:
Moti~carried.
Waschtk~, Anderson, Friedrich, Sonosin,
Cameron, C~a, Cassen
None
Gundershaug
~he P]a~r~ C~mm~-~ion M~ of November 1, 1988 w~re
approved as printed.
City Council ~ of October 24, November 9, and
November l4, were review~d.
~ ~RA I~ of Octnber 10, and November 14, 1988 were
reive~.
Chairman Cameron read a letter of resignation from
Coim~,~ssioner Anderson. It was accepted with re~ret.
~%e~wasa~ourDed~_byunam~nusconsentat 9:35 p.m.
CITY OF NEW HOPE
4401 Xylon Avenue North
Hennepin County, Minnesota 55428
Approved City Council Minutes /' November 28, 1988
Regular Meeting #21 'City Hall, 7:00 P.M.
CAT.I. TO ~ The New Hope City Council mot in regular session pursuant to due
call and notice thereof; Mayor Erickson called the meeting to order
at 7:00 p.m.
PI R~GE OF
AT,T ~--"IANCE
The City Council and all present stood for the Pledge of Allegiance
to the Flag.
APPRDVE
MINUTES OF
NOV. 14, 1988
NOV. 9, 1988
Present: Erickson, Daly, Otten, Enck, WilliamsOn
Absent: None
Motion byCouncilmemberWilliamson, seconded byCouncilmemberEnck
to approve the Council minutes of November 14, 1988 and the
Canvassing Board minutes of November 9, 1988. All present voted in
favor.
OA~ OF
OFFICE
The Director of ~xlministrative Services, Carol E. Carlson, conducted
the swearing in ceremony for Police Officer, David Born. The Mayor
presented David Born with a New Hope Police Department badge.
The Mayor presented a plaque, resolution, and gift certificate to
June Ahrens to express the City's appreciation for her 22 years of
service as UtilityBilling Clerk. He noted that June Ahrens will be
retiring November 30, 1988.
OPEN FO~
OONSENT
BUSINESS
Item6
There was no one present to address the Council at the open forum.
Mayor Erickson introduced the consent items as listed
consideration and stated that all items will be enacted by one
motion unless requested thatan item beremmved for discussion.
for
Item 6.2
RESOLUTION
88-185
Item 6.4
Approval of claims for services and c~m~xtities purchased through
November 28, 1988, as listed on Check Disbursement Report 21-88.
Councilmember Otten introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption: '~RESOI/3rION t5~0CLa_I~IING WRF~ES~, ~ 30,
1988, AS JUNE AHR~qS ~ IN ~E CITY OF NEW HOPE". The motion for
the adoption of the foregoing resolution w-as seconded by
Councilmember Daly, and upon vote being taken thereon; the
following voted in favor thereof: Erickson, Daly, Otten, Enck,
Williamson; and the following voted against the same: None;
absent: None; whereupon the resolution was declared duly passed
and adopted, and was signed by the mayor which was attested to by
the city clerk.
New Hope City Council
Page 1
Noveraber 28, 1988
HOCKEY
Item 6.5
RESOLUTIGN
88-186
Item 6.6
(Page Extract Book)
Approval to allow New Hope Plymouth Athletic Association (NHPAA)
to host two additional hockey tournaments at the ice arena.
Counci~ Otten introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption: 'g~ESOI/3TION ~ING 7~E CITY.OF NEW HOPE TO
PARTICIPATE IN ~ '9~/qNESOTA ~3NICIPAL ~DNEY MARKET FUND". The
motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded
by Councilmember Daly, and upon vote being taken thereon; the
following voted in favor thereof: Erickson, Daly, Otten, Enck,
Williamson; and the following voted against the same: None;
absent: None; whereupon the resolution was declared duly passed
and adopted, and was signed by the mayor which was attested to by
the city clerk.
(Page Extract Book)
BID
SKATE
Item 6.7
Approval of bid submitted by Minnesota Playground, Inc. for skate
tile and authorization to purchase - $4,999.80.
RESOLUTION
88-187
Item 6.8
Councilmember Otten introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption: 'g~ESOLUi~ON ~ ~ 1988-89 CAPITAL
]]~OV~q~ ~ ~Z/lgG ~E TRANSFER OF $499.80 F~DM
TENNIS ~ F~q/~%CING TO SKATE T/~F. FOR S~RI.TER FUND". The
motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded
by Councilmember Daly, and upon vote being taken thereon; the
following voted in favor thereof: Erickson, Daly, Otten, Enck,
Williamson; and the following voted against the same: None;
absent: None; whereupon the resolution was declared duly passed
and adopted, and was signed by the mayor which'was attested to by
the city clerk.
(page Extract Book)
BID
RE-I~00F
Item 6.9
Approval of bid submitted by G & H Builders for re-roof of City-
owned housing units and garages at 5840 Cavell Avenue North and
6017 Xylon Avenue North - $3,850.
GAM~,/NG
LICENSE
Item 6.10
Approval of Sunny Hollow Parents Teachers Association Application
to the Charitable Gambling Board for gambling license.
VEHICLE
Item 6.11
Approval of bid submitted by Roseville Chrysler Plymouth for one
(1) 1989 Plymouth Gran Fury police vehicle and authorization to
purcba-~e - $11,070.
TRAFFTC
CONTNOL
DEVICF~
Item 9.1
The Mayor introduced Item 9.1, "Request for Traffic Control
Devices on Sumter Avenue Between 29th and 30th".
The city Manager stated the petitioners were unable to attend
tonight's meeting. It was the consensus of the Council to table
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November 28, 1988
the item to December 12, 1988, 7: 00 p.m.
RESOLUTION
88-188
Item 10.1
Councilmember Enck introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption: 'RRESOLUTION APPO~ SHARON CASSEN TO NEW HOPE
PIANNING CC~9~SSIC~P'. The motion for the adoption of the
foregoing resolution was seconded by Councilmember Daly, and upon
vote being taken thereon; the following voted in favor thereof:
Erickson, Daly, Otten, Enck, Williamson; and the following voted
against the same: None; absent: None; whereupon the resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted, and was signed by the mayor
which was attested to by the city clerk.
(Page Extract Book) '
RESOLUTION
88-189
Item 10.2
Councilmember Otten introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption: 'R~ESOIIIfION APPOINTING DOUGLAS ~ TO NEW HOPE
~ C~9~I~'. The motion for the adoption of the
foregoing resolution was seconded by Councilmember Daly, and upon
vote being taken thereon; the following voted in favor thereof:
Erickson, Daly, Otten, Enck, Williamson; and the following voted
against the same: None; absent: None; whereupon the resolution
was declared duly passed and adopted, and was signed by the mayor
which was attested to by the city clerk.
(Page Extract Book)
RESOLUTION
88-190
Item 10.3
Councilmember Enck introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption: 'R{ESO~ON APPO~ ~ CARIS(~N TO NEW HOPE
PIANN//gG O2~9~igSION"'. The motion for the adoption of the
foregoing resolution was seconded by Councilmember Williamson, and
upon vote being taken thereon; the following voted in favor
thereof: Erickson, Daly, Otten, Enck, Williamson; and the
following voted against the same: None; absent: None; whereupon
the resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, and was
signed by the mayor which was attested to by the city clerk.
(Page Extract Book)
Mayor Erickson introduced item 11.1, "Presentation by Mel Ohman,
New Hope Representative on the Golden Valley, Crystal, New Hope
Joint Water Commission".
Mr. Mel Ohman, New Hope Representative on Joint Water Commission,
was recognized and stated that the three-community joint water
system consists of the following major components: water
storage, pumping stations, distribution system, and control
system.
He stated there currently are no problems with the water storage,
pumping stations or the distribution system; however, there is a
problem with the control system. He stated the present system is
obsolete (over 25 years old) and is in constant need of repair and
maintenance. He stated the system utilizes dedicated telephone
lines between locations. He indicated the proposal to modernize
the control system is to install a Supervisory Control and Data
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November 28, 1988
Acquisition (SCADA) system using rmdio co~0nicat ions and
microprocessor data monitoring.
He stated the SCADA System was estimated at $180,000 and the
low bid received w-as $129,000. He explained that he has
spoken with the Golden Valley Engineers and the bid has been
reviewed, tabulated and approved by the Commission ' s
consulting engineer. Mr. Ohman c~m~nted that the bid will
be awarded November 29, 1988, at the Golden Valley council
meeting. He stated New Hope's share of the $129,000 cost is
approximately $41,000. He explained the C~,~,~ssion has funds
earmarked for paying the water bill to Minneapolis which
during the s~a~,,~r months has been known to reach a quarter of
a million dollars. He stated the Commissioner has not set
aside funds for capital improvements of this nature;
therefore, the Com,~,~ssion is requesting the City of New
Hope's share of $41,000 be paid in April, 1989 at the
completion of the project.
Counci~ Enck stated that the City would probably float a
loan in department funds raising the rates to accommodate the loan
and then pay the loan back probably within a year.
Mayor Erickson inquired what other capital improvements Mr. Ohman
foresees in the future. He stated if there are other
improvements, the City should be reviewing them on an on-going
basis.
Mr. Ob_man stated he is not aware of any other long-range
improvements to the physical facilities. He stated the only
possible problem he is aware of is a situation involving water
pressure on 32nd and Boone Avenue. He stated the pipe is
undersized and it was supposed to have been "repaired" when Boone
Avenue w-as upgraded but it w-as never done. He explained the water
flows through the pipe enroute to the tower on Medicine Lake
BDad.
Councilmember Enck inquired as to the number of shut-offs of the
water system. Mr. Ohman stated that if either of the two systems
should shut down, the other one will completely maintain the
water pressure. He stated the shut-off valves are strategically
located. Councilmember Enck then inquired whether a problem
exists re~ardi~ electrolysis. Mr. Ohman stated he is not aware
of any.
Mark Hanson, City Engineer, stated that when they upgraded Douglas
Avenue in Crystal they re-did quite a few fittings on the trunk
line.
Mr. Ohman reviewed a memo from the city of Crystal's Engineering
Staff and ccmm-~nted that its alternative %rater supply options seem
to support the idea' of drilling more wells but the Joint Water
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Nove~nber 28, 1988
Com,~,~ssion seems to think that will not happen. He stated that
the State of Minnesota will provide direction on this issue.
Councilmember Enck inquired whether the Commission will study
alternative water source if the drought continues. The City
Manager stated t_hat the cities will review water supply options
other than drilling more wells. He stated one option may be
connection to other cities' water systems for emergency back-up.
Councilmeraber Daly in¢~)ired whether the City has one uncapped
well. The City Manager stated the City does have one open well
and it is used by the State as a monitor well. He stated it would
have been used last summer if it was necessary; however, it would
have cost $50,000 to hook it up and get the pump operating. He
noted that this figure did not include filtrating and softening.
Counci~ Daly inquired whether the Water Commission is
addressing the possibility that the area may be in a long 5-6 year
drought and t_hat next summer may be worse than this summer. Mr.
Ohman stated the Commission has not addressed this possibility but
the Co~,,~dssion is well aware that it should be considered. He
explained that the source of water may be the dam on the upper
Mississippi.
A lengthy discussion ensured regarding the drought conditions last
summer and the water consumption.
Mr. Ohman stated that in the winter the three cities use five
million gallons of water per day and in the summer due to
sprinkling the three cities use twenty-five gallons per day.
Councilmember Daly suggested a sprinkling ban in April based on
the s~,,,er rainfall predictions rather than waiting until August.
City Engineer, Mark Hanson, commented that he recently attended a
conference of Minnesota Society of Professional Engineers and some
of the issues which Councilmember Daly mentioned were addressed.
He stated a speaker at the conference indicated that a drought
(based on the precipitation level) has been occurring since
November of 1986. Mr. Hanson noted professionals are aware of
water problems associated with the drought. He stated right now
there is a major decision to be made regarding whether the waters
upstream should be released. He explained that normally in mid-
January water is released to run into the rivers in anticipation
of the spring melt and the spring rains.
Acl'lVl'l' !
Item 11.2
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Page 5
The City Council thanked Mr. Ohman for his presentation.
Mayor Erickson introduced Art Cunningh2um, Commissioner of the
Metropolitan Waste Control Commission.
Mr. Art Clnlnir~ stated that his purpose in addressing the
November 28, 1988
Council is to share with the City Council activities of the
Metropolitan Waste Control C~,,t,~ssion. He Stated the Commission
w-us established in 1969 by the State Legislature to control the
collection and treatment of waste water in the Twin Cities
Metropolitan Area in an environmentally safe and efficient manner.
He stated the C~,4ssion serves 105 c~,,uunities with 12 plants.
He noted that the largest plant, located in South St. Paul, treats
approximately 225 million gallons of waste water per day. He
stated the total system treats approximately 275 million gallons
of waste water per day.
He indicated there are 985 employees working for the Metropolitan
Waste Control Cua~,~ssion. He explained the Commission is
controlled by a policy making body of 8 commissioners one
representing each of the eight metropolitan districts with the
Chairman of the C~,,~,4ssion appointed by the Governor. He stated
he represents Osseo, New Hope, Crystal, Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn
Center, and the western part of Minneapolis.
He continued his presentation by stating the Commission adopted a
$110,000,000 operating budget and a $46,000,000 capital budget for
1989 which is considerably lower than 1988. He stated they are
going forward with all of the major projects originally planned;
however, there will be a slight increase in the sewage rates per
residence. He stated the sewer rate per household was $78.76 in
1987 and the new rate is $83.24 for 1989. He commented these
rates are the lowest in the nation.
He reviewed the capital fund projects and explained that the
Minneapolis East Interceptor project beginning near the Lake
Street bridge and ending in Northeast Minneapolis is a two-phase
project. The first phase was completed this last fall at a cost
of $27,000,000 and the project was estimated at $40,000,000. He
stated the second pb~e of the project will begin in 1989 and
will be completed in 1991. He stated the Commission sees the
project doing two things; first making the system more efficient;
and second alleviating the problem of allowing untreated
overflowage into the Mississippi River. He noted that with the
improvements the system is capable of piping the sewage down to
St. Paul to be treated at the Metro plant. He stated the system
is about 100 feet below ground and will complement the system
already in place which is about 100 years old.
He continued his discussion by noting the Cu~m~,~ssion sees this
project as a major improvement to the current system. He then
explained the installation of the system will enable the
Cu~,~,~ssion to close the Anoka plant. He stated the original
plan, which is still being followed, was to eliminate the 33
treatment plants. He stated there are only 12 in existence and
this project will bring it down to 10. He stated it is all part
of the Minneapolis East Interceptor Project. He indicated the
second phase will be completed in 1991 at a cost estimated at 24
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November 28, 1988
million dollars.
Mr. Cunni~ c~m~nted that the alarm system will benefit the
entire system as it will enable the Commission to more accurately
measure the flow and monitor the pumps at the regional
maintenance facility. He stated this new system will allow more
accurate and efficient billing.
Mr. Cunn~ then reviewed the proposed regional improvements.
He stated the lift station at 27th and Rhode Island will be
upgraded at an estimated cost of $430,000. He noted the
expansion is necessary because of the growth in the area creating
greater flow. He explained 27th and Rhode Island improvement is
also part of the system being constructed on the north side of
Hwy. 55 from County Poad 18 to Dupont Avenue in Minneapolis at an
estimated cost of $10,000,000. He noted there is also a new pump
being installed west of County Road 18 on Hwy. 55. He stated all
of these improvements are a part ~of a process to improve the
facilities and the system which carries the sewage from this area
down to a treatment plant in South St. Paul.
The Council thanked Mr. Cunningham for his presentation.
OIHER ~3S//qESS The City Manager reviewed the following upcoming events: - June Ahren' s Retirement Party - November 30, 1988
- Northern Mayors Meeting- December 15, 1988
- City Employees, Christmas Party - December 16, 1988
Motion was made by Counci~ Williamson, seconded by
Councilmember Daly, to adjourn the meet/r~ as there was no further
business to come before the council. All present voted in favor.
The New Hope City Council adjourned at 7:55 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Carol E. Carlson
New Hope City Council
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November 28, 1988
CITY OF NEW HOPE
4401 Xylon Avenue North
Hennepin County, Minnesota 55428
Approved City Council Minutes
Regular Meeting #22
~ 12, 1988
City Hall, 7:00 P.M.
The New Hope City Council met in regular session pursuant to due
call and notice thereof; Mayor Erickson called the meeting to order
at 7:00 p.m.
P~ ~GE OF
The City Council and all present stood for the Pledge of Allegiance
to the Flag.
Present: Erickson, Daly, Otten, Williamson
Absent: Enck
APPROVE
M/l~o~ OF
NOV. 28, 1988
Motion byCouncilmemberWilliamson, seconded byCouncilmemberOtten
to approve theCouncilminutes of November28, 1988. All present
voted in favor.
Mayor Erickson introduced the consent items as listed
consideration and stated that all items will be enacted byone
motion unless requested thatan item beremoved for discussion.
for
Item 6.10 was removed for discussion; Item 6.17 w~s added to the
agenda.
~NESS
Item 6.1
Approval of 1988 business licenses as listed.
Item 6.2
Approval of claims for services and co~m~xiities purchased through
Dec~ 12, 1988, as listed on ~eck Disbursement Report 22-88.
Item 6.4
Approval of contract (one-year maintenance) on
recorder submitted by Office Products, Inc. - $168.00.
Sony ~4-146
It~ 6.5
Approval of bid submitted by H & B Telecommunications .for
maintenance/repair contract for phone systems at Ice Arena, City
Hall, and Public Works and authorization for Mayor and City
manager to sign - $2,450.
6.6
Approval of bid submittedbySicoCorporation for tables -
$1,668.42; Business Essentials Inc. for chairs - $2,719.38; and
Superior Products for banquette_Dies - $710.00; and authorization to
purchase.
BID/CDP/FRS Approval
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of bid
Business Systems, Inc. for
December 12, 1988
Itm 6.7
two (2) Ma~is/3M 6010 copiers and authorization to purchase-
$1,952.00.
RESOLUTIC~
88-191
It~ 6.8
Councilmember Otten introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption: ~RESOI/YI~C~ ~ ~E 1988-89 CAPITAL
~]~CKf~T PROGRAM ~IN~ ~E ~I~%NSFER OF $952
OBLRRSE (I%SH I~HIISTER TO ~OLF O][R~SE O0~ F[~D". The motion for
the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by
Counci~ Daly, and upon vote being taken thereon; the
following voted in favor thereof: Erickson, Daly, Otten,
Williamson; and the following voted against the same: None;
absent: Enck; whereupon the resolution was declared duly passed
and adopted, and was signed by the mayor which was attested to by
the city clerk.
(Page Extract Book)
mD/
HAND ~P &
RESO3E RAM
It~ 6.9
Approval of bid submitted by Lubrication Engineering for Amkus
hand pump and rescue ram and authorization to purchase - $1,936.
~ICLE
Ite~ 6.11
Approval of bid submitted by Rose~zille Chrysler Plymouth for one
(1) 1989 Plymouth Gran Fury police vehicle and authorization to
purchase - $11,970.
SYST~
6.12
Approval of bid submittedbyM.E. StemanWaterproofing for
installation of an interior draintile system at a City-owned
housing unit located at 4021 Oregon Avenue North -
(Rehabilitation Project 88-5).
$2,750
Approval of bid submitted by Blaine Heating, Air Conditioning and
Electric Inc. for replacement of the furnace at a City-owned
housing unit located at 6017 Xylon Avenue North - $1,240.
(R~abilitation Project 88-6)
RESOLUCI~
88-192
Item 6.14
Counci~ Otten introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption: '~SO~C~ ~ I~ESIGNATIC~ AND
K~/~ ~ FC~ I~II(I%TIC~ TO ~E ~ AS A M~R OF~E
N~ MOPE PLANNING (II~SIC~". The motion for the adoption of the
foregOing resolution was seconded by CounciLmember Daly, and upon
vote being taken thereon; the following voted in favor thereof:
Erickson, Daly, Otten, Williamson; and the following voted against
the same: None; absent: Enck; whereupon the resolution was
declared duly passed and adopted, and was signed by the mayor which
was attested to by the city clerk.
(Page Extract Book)
RESOLUTIO~
88-193
It~m~ 6.15
Councilmember Otten introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption: "RESOLDTIC~INTII~GMARY ZAKTO~E PI3kNN/NG
(I~ISSIC~ FOR A ~REE-VFAR ~ ~qDING ~ 31, 1991". The
motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by
Councilmember Daly, and upon vote being taken thereon; the
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December 12, 1988
following voted in favor thereof: Erickson, Daly, Otten,
Williamson; and the following voted against the same: None;
absent: Enck; whereupon the resolution was declared duly passed
and adopted, and was signed by the mayor which was attested to by
the city clerk.
(Page Extract Book)
88-194
Im 6.16
Councilmember Otten introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption: ~RESOI331~C~ I~AP~O~ T.TN~% COA TO ~E ~
OC~SSIC~ ~ A ~EE-YEAR ~ ~qDING ~ 31, 1991". ~ne
motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution w~s seconded by
Counci~ Daly, and upon vote being taken thereon; the
following voted in favor thereof: Erickson, Daly, Otten,
Williamson; and the following voted against the same: None;
absent: Enck; whereupon the resolution was declared duly passed
and adopted, and was signed by the mayor which was attested to by
the city clerk.
(Page Extract Book)
RESOID~fI~
88-195
Item 6.17
Councilmember Otten introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption: '~RESOIIYI~C~ API~KYF/NG (~t~GE ~ NO. 2
IMPRC~ PI~kl]DCT 424 AND 425 - $6,470m. The motion for the
adoption of the foregoing resolution was seconded by Councilmember
Daly, and upon vote being taken thereon; the following voted in
favor thereof: Erickson, Daly, Otten, Williamson; and the
following voted against the same: None; absent: Enck; whereupon
the resolution was declared duly passed and adopted, and was signed
by the mayor which was attested to by the city clerk.
(Page Extract Book)
p~%v.vC MEARIlq~ Mayor Erickson opened the public hearing on Improvement Project
436 - Proposed Storm Sewer, Science Ir~ Park.
~ 436
Ite~ 7.1
The. City Manager stated the project involves the storm sewer project
for the Science Industry Park area and benefits two properties, one
is the City-owned property which will eventually become the
industrial ballpark field and the adjacent property which was
developed by Rosewood Corporation a few years ago to a small
warehouse manufacturing office building. He stated that at the time
of development the developers agreed that in the future a storm
sewer would have to be addressed. He stated at present there is an
open ditch running into the wetland east of the ballpark area.
City Engineer, Mark Hanson, stated Improvement Project 436 is an
extension of the storm sewer through Science ~trial Park to the
wetland east of the future ballfield and athletic field which the
City is planning to develop next s~,,t~r. He stated the project
basically provides for extension of the storm sewer from the wetlar~
to the railroad spur. He stated presently it is an open ditch. He
stated the improvement would allow the construction of two soccer
fields which would be built over the pipe connecting to an existing
pipe under the railroad spur. He stated an open ditch exists along
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that spur up to International Parkway. He stated the ability for
that open drainway to function b~.~ been retarded with the
development of the Parkway Business Center so the project also
proposes to extend the storm sewer up to International Parkway to
the existing storm sewer. He stated the total cost of the
improvement is $37,750 and it is proposed that the City of New Hope
be responsible for 30 percent which represents not only the park but
also the street right-of-way. ~ne balance of 70 percent would be
assessed to lot 2, block 2, of Science Industry Park.
Motion made by Councilmember Williamson, seconded by Councilmember
Daly to close the Public ~ear~ c~ Project 436, Pr~ Storm
Se~er, Science Ir~ Park. Ail present voted in favor.
88-196
Ite~ 7.1
Oounci~ Williamson introduced the following resolution and
moved its adoption: ~OIIFUIC~ ~ ~f~ OF STC~4
~ ~ PRfkTECT NO. 436, IN PREPARATTC~ OF F/lqAL ~ AND
s~h~i[~'l~~". The motion for the adoption of the foregoing
resolution was seconded by Councilmember Daly, and upon vote being
taken thereon; the following voted in favor thereof: Erickson,
Daly, Otten, Williamson; and the following voted against the same:
None; absent: Enck; whereupon the resolution was declared duly
passed and adopted, and was signed by the mayor which was attested
to by the city clerk.
(Page Extract Book)
1W3RL~C ~ Mayor Erickson opened the public hearing on Item 7.2, A Resolution
Item 7.2 Ratifying Preliminary Approval to a Project on Behalf of Chicago
Cutlery Company and its Financing Under the Municipal Industrial
Development Act; Referring the Proposal to the Minnesota Department
of Trade and Economic Development for Approval; and Authorizing
Preparation of Necessary Documents.
The city Manager stated_ the purpose of the public hearing is to
consider the $4,350,000 industrial development bond request ~y
Chicago Cutlery. He stated Chicago Cutlery would like to expand
its facilities to provide a considerable number of jobs and value
to the City. He stated under the new state guidelines, industrial
development bonds can only be issued by the state and what is
requested now, if the Council approves, is permission for f~nicago
Cutlery to go to the State to request industrial development bond
funding. He stated the $4,350,000 amount would allow $800,000 for
land and building acquisition, $950,000 for new construction or
additions to the existing facilities, $1,300,000 for equipment, and
$590,000 for fees and interest. He stated Chicago Cutlery has an
existing industrial development bond which they took out many years
ago which would refund for $900,000. He stated the request is
consistent with established state guidelines for funding of such
requests. He noted the primary consideration is the creation of
jobs and value to the metro area and the City of New Hope. He
stated after the public hearing is closed, a resolution may be
passed by the City Council which would ask the state to consider the
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Dec~ 12, 1988
Ted Stork, Controller of Chicago Cutlery, was recognized and stated
if the company does obtain the bonding it will add 150-200
employees.
Counci~ Williamson requested clarification of the type of
employment by Chicago Cutlery. Mr. Stork responded by stating their
facility primarily involves assembling of their finished product,
i.e. packing of cutlery in block sets. He stated the New Hope
facility is used as a distribution center. He stated the new
employment would be laborers and administration primarily to
manufacture the knives fi-c~t the raw steel coil. He stated the
present manufacturing facilities are located in New Hampshire and
they would like to have both the manufacturing and distribution
facilities located in the same area.
Councilmember Williamson inquired as to the time frame involved.
Mr. Stork stated Chicago Cutlery plans on closing their New
Hampshire facility in February, 1989. He stated there will be two
phases; the first phm~e completed in February of 1989 and the
second phase in the early part of 1990. He stated employees will be
provided the opportunity to relocate; however, he does not
anticipate that a large number of employees will choose to
Mayor Erickson c~mt~nted that the City of New Hope is glad to have
the opportunity to retain Chicago Cutlery.
Councilmember Otten in~,~red as to the refund of $900,000 bond. ~ne
City Manager stated there will be a refund of $900,000 which is the
outstanding balance of the existing industrial development bond fund
issued in 1979. He stated this industrial development bond issue
would refund that existing bond.
Motion by Councilmember Williamson, seconded by Councilmember Daly
to close the Public Hear~ on Resolution Ratifying Prel~m~mry
App£u~al to a Project on Behml f of f21icago Cutlery (~ ~ Its
the P~ to the Minnesota De~ of ~ and Ec~x~jc
Documents. All present voted in favor.
RESOLU~IC~
88-197
Item 7.2
Councilmember Williamson introduced the following resolution and
moved its adoption: "RESOI/YI~C~ P~%2~iFY//~G PRRLTMINARY APPROVAL
A PRCU-MCT C~ ~ OF C~ICA~X) O31vRRY OC~PANY AND ITS FINANCING
PROI~JkL TO ~E ~ E~PAR~f OF ~ AND
DOO3M~2~'. The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution
was seconded by Counci~ Otten, and upon vote being taken
thereon; the following voted in favor thereof: Erickson, Daly,
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Decear~er 12, 1988
Otten, Williamson; and the following voted against the same: None;
absent: Enck; whereupon the resolution w~s declared duly passed and
adopted, and was signed by the mayor which was attested to by the
city clerk.
(Page Extract Book)
I~J~LIC MEARIlqG Mayor Erickson opened the public hearing on consideration of
APP[R~.'S applications for renegral of an On-Sale Restaurant Class I license
LICenSE ~ to allow the sale of intoxicating liquor at Applebee's, 4203
7.3 Winnetka Avenue North.
The City Manager stated all of the liquor license holders have
requested renewal. He stated the process required under state law
for renewal of liquor licenses has bec~me very complex and we have
not been able to verify the accuracy of each application due to
some late submittals; therefore, liquor license renewals which are
approved by the City Council will be conditional to staff finding
that all the documents have been subn%itted correctly. He stated
if there any problems are discovered, the renewal will be brought
back before the City Council on December 27, 1988.
The City Manager stated all of the license holders have been asked
to attend this council meeting.
Councilmember Williamson in~ired whether he had any cu~,,~nts for
the Council or if he wished to address any situation which the
City of New Hope may be able to provide to improve Applebee's
business.
Mr. Richard Horn, representing Applebee's was recognized and
stated Applebee's has been pleased with the restaurant business
in New Hope and it has turned out to be one of their most
consistent in quality. He stated there is a problem with parking
space and he has been working with the City Manager to acc~ire
additional parking space.
Mayor Erickson inquired on the status of the City's purcha~e of
the lot. The City Manager stated the City is still in the process
of obtaining an easement which is more time-consuming than it is
a problem. He stated one of the developers of K-Mart had an
easement written into the document giving them access to the
property so staff wants to get that removed before the actual
purchase of the property.
Councilmember Williamson inquired whether applebee's was agreeable
to the 1-hour par~ signs. Mr. Horn stated the Center installed
1-hour limit parking signs on most of the parking spaces and
Applebee's was not agreeable; however, he noted there are some
tenants at the Center which the 1-hour parking limit is good for
and Applebee's wants those businesses to survive as well. He
stated Applebee's does not feel the number of signs installed
based on the lot were justified and he is certain the parking time
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December 12, 1988
limit has hurt Applebee's business somewhat even though the signs
are not enforcem_ble by the City Police as it causes people to
hurry. He stated the parking situation should be resolved with
the acquisition of the space directly west of their building which
will hopefully be completed before the fall of 1989.
The Mayor stated that he is pleased with Applebee's business and
of the few incidents of police report.
Mr. Richard Horn c~..L~_nted that he is in the process of conducting
extensive alcohol awareness training. He stated there are a
number of insurance companies offering an additiona] 10-15 percent
off liquor liability insurance with additional training.
Councilmember Williamson asked hc~ personnel of Applebee's respond
to situations involving a customer who may be intoxicated. Mr.
Horn stated there are two managers on duty at all times and it is
made very clear to staff as well as the host at the front door to
notify one of the managers in such situations. He stated their
establishment does not serve anyone who appears intoxicated. He
stated staff has been instructed on methods to identify behavior
of intoxicated persons.
Motion made by Councilmember Daly, seconded by Councilmember Otten
to close the public hearin~ cn renew-dl of the 1989 application for
On-Sale ~ Class I licer~e ~,}~t~d_ by Applebee's, 4203
Winnetka AV~l~_ North. All present voted in favor.
1W~T .TC HEARING
SUNSHINE
FACIORY
LIC~E RENtaL
It~{n 7.4
Motion made by Councilmember Daly, seconded by Councilmember Otten
to approve renewal of an On-Sale On-Sale l~esta~ Class I
lioer~e and a lioense for SUrday Liquor Sales for ~
Resta~ A~ciates, Inc. d/b/a Applebee's Neighborhood Bar &
Gr{11, 4203 W~ Avem~mm North (PID #18-118-21 11 0016),
cormliti~ %~xm~ staff app£uval of ~11 documents ~}~tted. All
present voted in favor.
Mayor Erickson opened the public hearing on consideration of
application for renewal of an On-Sale Restart Class I license
to allow the sale of intoxicating liquor at Sunshine Factory, 7600
42nd Avenue North.
Mr. Randy Rosengren, Vice President of Rosengren & Associates,
Inc. d/b/a Sunshine Factory, W-dS recognized.
Mayor Erickson inquired as to the water billing problem (refer to
following memorandum) and stated one is not contingent upon the
other.
The memorandum from the Finance Director, Iarry Watts, was
reviewedas follows: "The currentbalance for theSunshineFactory
is $6,872.83. This balance consists of $4,204.95 of current
charges and $2,667.78 of arrears.
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December 12, 1988
The arrears balance of $2,667.78 is due primarily to the Sunshine
Factory feeling it has an adjustment coming for sewer charges
during the period of Febln,~ry 1982 to May 1984. The ironic part
is that they w~re current until August of 1987 and then held back
$2,460 on their November 30, 1987 bill.
The problem is the result of discovering that the Sunshine Factory
was using water internally that was metered on the meter that was
to be used for exterm~l purposes only. This was discovered in
February of 1982, by Harris Smith, who was reading water meters.
I responded immediately to Mr. Paul Svensson t~t this problem
had to be taken care of in order for us to eliminate the sewer
charge on the separate meter. A copy of this letter is attached
herewith.
Paul Svensson came into the office during the s~r of 1988 and
wanted us to check sc~e old records, as he thought an adjustment
w-us due. I was somewhat taken back as I had forgotten what had
transpired. I told Paul I would check the records in the
archives. I did look but found that these records had probably
I again talked to the ~ Factory in November and told both
Randy and Paul that we should get this taken care of before June
Ahrens retires on November 30, 1988. Paul promised me he would
get hack to me the following week and resolve the matter. To the
best. of my knowledge he did not attempt to contact me.
The Sunshine in essence is asking for street/zing that we do not do
for any other retail, c~m~-~rcial user, and that is getting credit
for sewer charges on a metered water that is not exclusively used
for-external purposes, which does not enter the sewer system.
Sunshine will argue the only internal use was for an ice making
machine, and that we should be able to look at summer and winter
use to base sc~e kind of an adjustment.
The problem we face is that just about every cu~mL~rcial user could
make the same argument that a certain amount of water is used for
lawn watering and should receive a credit. I do not want to get
in the position where we have to estimate which water is entering
the sewer system, and which is not. In addition I believe that
the letter of February 8, 1982 is explicit enough that the
Sunsh/ne Factory should have taken care of the problem
immediately.
Please advise if you want any additional information."
Mr. Rosengren was recognized and stated his partner, Paul
Svensson, has been in contact with City staff regarding the bill
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December 12, 1988
which dates back goirg back to 1982. He stated that there was a
discrepancy regarding billing of a "deduct meter" that they had
for their sprinkler system. Mr. Rosengren stated that over the
years Mr. Svensson has been in contact with Mr. Watts and has
provided him with information requested ~ the deduct
meter. He stated they had moved a 600 pound capacity ice machine
from one location in their restaurant and replaced it with a
larger unit. The old machine was moved to a mec~cal room area
where the deduct meter for t_he sprinkler system was located. He
stated, mistakenly, the plumber had tapped into the water line to
serve the ice machine. He also indicated it was a back-up ice
machine and ran very little. He stated during the course of
reading the meter it was noticed that the ice machine was hooked
up to the line and was disallowed as a deduction because it
appeared as though it was being used for consumption rather than
for the sprinkler system. He stated Mr. Svensson has provided Mr.
Watts with all of their records including meter readings and it is
quite easy to see by cc~parirg the periods when the sprinkler
system was operational that the macb_ine was using little or no
water.
Counci~ Daly suggested continuing the public hearing until
the 27th of December to allow both parties time to work out their
differences.
Councilmember Williamson stated the Mayor had informed Mr.
Rosengren that the two issues were separate. Councilmember Daly
stated the Mayor stated they were not necessarily connected.
The City Manager stated $2,667.78 is the amount being disputed and
noted the total includes finance charges.
Mayor Erickson stated the finance charges may be dropped if the
amount due is paid. He indicated he felt it would be best to
resolve this matter and get it taken off the city's books.
Oounci~ Williamson stated she feels it is more a rotter of
services the City provides the Sunshine Factory rather than the
services the Sunshine Factory provides to the City or its
patrons. She indicated she is mere concerned with how Mr.
Rosengren runs his business and whether he is a responsible
businessman to the people the restaurant serves.
Councilmember Daly stated it is an issue that the bill has not
been paid. Mr. Rosengren stated he resents the i~plication that
he does not pay his bills, Councilmember Daly stated this is an
issue which should be resolved. Mr. Rosengren stated that he was
first informed the issues were not necessary connected and then
next he has been told that the renewal of his liquor license
which is probably one of the most valuable possessions which his
business owns is contingent upon working out the disagreement
about a water bill. Councilmember Daly stated the facts do not
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December 12, 1988
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Page 10
show that Mr. Rosengren has worked very bard to resolve the
problem, so he proposes allowing two weeks to work out the
matter.
Mayor Erickson stated this has been going on since 1982 and the
City does not have any leverage other than certifying it to the
tax roles and perhaps this is the time to straighten it out.
Mr. Rosengren stated the money was withheld with permission frc~
Mr. Watts and it was not withheld in 1982 but when they submitted
information concerning the records.
Counci~ Otten requested clarification of the issue.
The City Manager stated the dual hook-up was noticed in 1982 by
City inspectors. He stated after that date until 1984 there was
no credit given for the second hook-up; normally a credit is given
for a second metered hook-up if the water~ is only used for lawn
sprinkling and there are several other businesses in the City
which receive this credit - the credit is for no water going into
the sewer. He stated the credit was resumed in 1984 and in 1987
approximately $2,600 was withheld by the Sunshine Factory from the
total bill owed the City. He stated it w~s a voluntary action on
their part, as he understood it, and it was not agreed to by city
staff.
Councilmember Otten in~red whether there was a reason the money
was withheld.
Mr. Rosengren stated he was not personally involved but he
indicated Mr. Svensson provided the City with documentation of
each meter reading. He stated it was unknown to Sunshine Factory
that the ice machine had been hooked up to that water line. He
sta%ed when it was noticed they disabled it and never used the ice
machine. He stated from that time forward, it ~as easy to
reconstruct through meter readings to c~are how much water the
ice machine may have used. He stated it was easy to see that the
ice machine used very little water. He stated he was informed
that upon giving Mr. Watts this information the $2,000 amount
appeared to be the appropriate amount to deduct. He stated he is
aware that does not constitute an agreement between Sunshine
Factory and the City regarding what the exact amount should be but
there was general agreement that if the City accepted the logic in
records provided that amount was fine.
Councilmember Otten asked Mr. Rosengren if he agrees with the
total balance due of $2,667 which City records indicate.
Mr. Rosengren stated the principal amount is approximately $2,400.
Councilmember Otten stated the City is interested in maintaining
good relationships and that the Sunshine Factory is a first class
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12, 1988
operation. He stated it is unfortunate that this is a rotter but
felt it would be best if the issue is resolved in the next two-
week period.
~ne City Manager co~m~_nted that the liquor code, ordinance 10.501,
titled "unpaid taxes" states no license shall be issued or renewed
for operation on any premise for which taxes, assessments, or
other financial claims of the City or State are delinquent or
unpaid. He stated he has not spoken to the City Attorney on how
this may apply to this particular situation.
Mr. Rosengren stated he does not wish to delay obtaining the
resolution of this issue but he stated he feels he is on less than
an equal footing to try to debate the issue on what he feels is
correct when the City is holding the liquor license renewal. He
stated he would like to post a bend in the amount.
Councilmember Otten stated he feels the problem involves a
communications problem and part of it is probably the city's fault
but it should be resolved.
Mayor Erickson stated part of the problem is that nuch of the bill
for the ice maker was during the winter months when there was no
lawn sprinkling and Mr. RDsengren should address that. Mr.
Rosengren stated the records show that the difference between the
meter readings on the deduct meter in the winter compared to the
s~u~r, est~_blishes the fact that they were not using a great deal
of water in the summer time. He stated if the meter does not
advance for six months, it is a fairly safe assumption that they
are not using a great deal of water on the meter during the sl~m¥~r
time which is their slow period anyway. He stated that was the
basis of what they were trying to present to the Finance Director.
He stated the Finance Director stated that since they do not know
what the ice machine used, they cannot provide any credit since it
is not a dedicated line to the sprinkler. He stated he would not
quarrel with that logic but if they can demonstrate that the ice
machine is using little or no water it seems it was an honest
mistake.
Mayor Erickson stated that if Mr. Rosengren is not happy with the
co~,~romise with staff then he has the right to come before the
Council requesting a decision.
Councilmember Williamson inquired whether the dollar amount is the
bottomline. Mr. Rosengren stated the Sunshine Factory is trying
to establish the reasonableness of their argument that they can
prove that the ice machine, though it was hooked up to that line,
was not using tach water. He stated the machine was used for an
emergency basis orfly and unless ice is removed from an ice machine
it will not make ice.
~iT~ Motion made by Councilmember Daly to continue the public hearirg
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Page 11
~ o~nside~-atic~ of applic~ti~ for re~mm~l of an On-Sale
Resta~ Class I lioense and a lioe~se for Sur~ay Liquor Sales
for I~ & Associate, /nc. d/b/a Sun~ Factory (PID #17-
118-21 22 0005), 7600 42nd Average North to D~ 27, 1988, 7:00
p.m. The foregoing motion was seconded by Councilmember Otten.
Voting in favor: Erickson, D~ly, Otten; Against: Williamson;
Absent: Enck.
I~m~.TC MEARING Mayor Erickson opened the public hearing on consideration of
~PE BC~L application for renewal of an On-Sale Restaurant Class II license
T'TcE~SE ~ to allow the sale of intoxicating liquor at New Hope Bowl &
7.5 Lounge, 7107 42nd Avenue North.
Mr. Lee Peterson, New Hope Bowl & Lounge, was recognized. The
Council cc~plimented him on not having any liquor-related
incidents at his business during 1988.
Mayor Erickson inquired whether New Hope Bowl has any plans for
remodeling. Mr. Peterson responded they are working on purchasing
the pizza business in front of his estm_blishment and possibly
moving it into his business or putting something else there. He
stated he would like to remodel the front of his building and
tries to do a little each year.
Councilmember Williamson inquired whether the City could assist
New Hope Bowl in any way. Mr. Peterson responded his bas not had
any problems - most of his claims have been nuisance type
incidents such as kids breaking into cars. He stated he has a
good. relationship with the Police Department and has had good
response when the Police have been called.
Councilmember Williamson requested his procedures on serving
alcohol to intoxicated persons.
Mr. Peterson stated the bartenders and waitresses have been
instructed to card anyone who does not look 24-25 years of age.
He stated they do not serve anyone who either enters the business
intoxicated or has had too much to drink on his premises.
Motion made by Councilmember Ot~en, seconded by Councilmember
Williamson to close the p~blic hearim~ c~ renem~kl of the 1989
New Hope Bowl & Imunge, 7107 42nd A~ North. Ail present voted
in favor.
Motion made by Councilmember Otten, seconded by Councilmember
Williamson to approve rex~m~Ll of an On-Sale Restaurant Class TT
and a license for Sunday Liquor Sales for the New Hope Bowl and
~, 7107 42nd Ave~m~e North (PID #17-118-21 24 0003),
cc~d~tic~ml %lp~n s~mff ~ of all d~ 9,hm~t~. Ail
present voted in favor.
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December 12, 1988
I:{3RT ,TC HEARING
A~/R I~q3OR
LIC~SE R~AL
7.6
Mayor Erickson opened the public hearing on consideration of
application for renewal of an Off-Sale liquor license to allow the
the sale of intoxicating liquor at Ad, ir Liquor, 7910 Bass Lake
Road.
Mr. Schwappach was recognized and stated they have been open
since the end of May. He stated they are getting a real cross-
section of bus/ness due to the two different traffic patterns.
Councilmember Williamson inquired regarding the procedure Adair
Liquor follows in carding people trying to purchase alcohol. Mr.
Schwappach stated his employees check anyone who does not appear
to be 25 years of age. He stated he had anticipated more problems
with carding when they first opened than what actually occurred.
Motion made by Councilmember Daly, seconded by Councilmember
Williamson t~ close the public ~earin~ m ~ of the 1989
applicatic~ for Off-Sale liquor li~se s~tted by ~
Liquor, 7910 Bass Take l~oad. All present voted in favor.
Motion made by Councilmember Daly, seconded by Councilmember
Williamson to approve ~ of an Off-Sale liquor lice~e for
~ Liquor, 7910 B~u~s T~ke Road (PID #18-118-21 41 0025),
cc~tic~l upc~ staff approg-al of all doom~,~zfcs s]h~itted. All
present voted in favor.
I~C~E ~
Item 7.7
Mayor Erickson opened the public hearing on consideration of
application for renewal of an Off-Sale liquor license to allow the
the sale of intoxicating liquor at Star Liquor, 4455 Winnetka
Avenue North.
No one was present representing Star Liquor.
Motion made by Councilmember Daly, seconded by Councilmember
Williamson to close the public hearin~ c~ ~ of the 1989
applicatic~ for Off-Sale 1~ license ~,~--itt~ by ~ Liquor,
4455 Winnetk~ Aver~ North. All present voted in favor.
Motion made by Councilmember Daly, seconded by Councilmember
William~on to approve renem~ml of an Off-Sale liquor licensee for
S~ Liquor, 4455 Winr~=tka Ave~e North (PID #18-118-21 11 0014),
CO~J.t.i~l ~ s~ff approval of all c~ su~~. All
present voted in favor.
~CASE
88-27
Item 8.1
Mayor Erickson introduced for consideration Planning Case 88-27-
Cou~rehensive Sign Plan at 7716-7724 Winpark Drive (PID #20-118-21
22 0005) Thyssen Specialty Steels, Petitioner.
It W-dS noted by the Mayor that the petitioner is requesting
approval of a co~prehensive sign plan for the property at 7716-
7724 Winpark Drive. The Planning Cou~ission reviewed the case on
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Page 13
December 12, 1988
~SOLUTIC~
88-198
Itm 8.1
~C~SE
88-30
ItemS.2
~ESOLUTIG~
88-199
Item 8.2
SID/H~u n~NG
~E~LITION
Ite~ 8.3
Councilmember Daly introdu~ the following resolution and moved
its adoption: '~ESO~fH~ APPROV//~G PIANNING CASE 88-27
~ SIG~ PL%N APPRDVAL AT 7716-7724 WINPARK
~ (P/I) #20-118-21 22 0005) ~ BY ~~ SP~C/ALTY
ST~.q". ~ne motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution
was seconded by Councilmember Williamson, and upon vote being
taken thereon; the following voted in favor thereof: Erickson,
Daly, Otten, Williamson; and the following voted against the same:
None; absent: Enck; whereupon the resolution was declared duly
passed and adopted, and was signed by the mayor which was attested
to by the city clerk.
(Page Extract Book)
Mayor Erickson introduced for consideration Planning Case 88-30-
Construction Approval at 5500 Boone Avenue North (PID #06-118-21
43 0037) North Ridge Care Center/Chuck Thompson, Petitioners.
Ms. Jeannine Dunn, A~dnistrative Assistant, was recognized and
stated the petitioner is requesting construction approval to allow
a 3,750 s~,are foot addition to the existing facility. The foot
print of the building is only 975 sca,are feet but it is a four-
story structure. The Planning Cu~La~,~ssion reviewed the case on
December 6, 1988, and recul~nded approv-~l provided there are
ade~_ate easements for the relocation of the water and sewer
facilities and that additional landscaping be placed on the north
and south of the proposed addition. She stated the Planning
Co~¥dssion discussed the potential of moving or rerouting a catch
basin and changing the configuration of the drive area and the
City staff and engineer are working with the petitioner on
resolving that issue as it is not sure if the catch basin can be
moved. She noted there is adequate "drive" room at the current
time.
Councilmember Daly introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption: ,~ESOLUI~C~ AP~ROV/NG PIANN/NG CASE 88-30
~ ~C~]~3CI~C~ ~ AT 5500 BOONE AV~K~E NO~{ (PID
#06-118-21 43 0037) ~ BY ~ RIDGE (I~RE C~TER/~
~C~]N~,. The motion for the adoption of the foregoing
resolution w-us seconded by Counci~ Williamson, and upon vote
being taken thereon; the following voted in favor thereof:
Erickson, Daly, Otten, Williamson; and the following voted against
the same: None; absent: Enck; whereupon the resolution was
declared duly passed and adopted, and was signed by the mayor
which was attested to by the city clerk.
(Page Extract Book)
Mayor Erickson introduced for consideration Item 8.3, Approval of
Bid Submitted by Thomas & Son for Demolition and Removal of
Building and Structures at 4201 Winnetka Avenue North - $7,600
(PID #18-118-21 11 0003).
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Page 14
December 12, 1988
The City Manager stated that as part of the purcba.~e agreement the
City ba~ included removal of the existing building. He noted two
bids have been received. He stated that once the building is
removed Sinclair Corporation will remove the remainder of the
contaminated soil. He stated the bids received were much lower
than anticipated and he reccm,~nds the Council's approval.
Mayor Erickson questioned how much of the blacktop would be
removed. Ms. Dunn stated the blacktop will only be removed in
areas where there is contaminated soil or approximately 1/4 of the
site.
Motion made by Councilmember D~ly, seconded by Councilmember Otten
to al~urove bid sz~l~.i~ by ~ & ~ for demolitic~ and
removal of B~ildir~ and ~CA'IaCgD3~'~ at 4201 Wirammtkm Aveme North-
$7,600 - PID #18-118 21 11 0OO3--Sir~Aair Property (42r~ Ave~e
Devel ~o[~nt). All present voted in favor.
A~TIC~ PIAN
Item 10.1
Mayor Erickson introduced for consideration, a Resolution
Approving New Hope Affirmative Action Plan, Dated November 29,
1988.
The city Manager stated the State of Minnesota requires that all
gove-~¥m~_ntal unite adopt an Affirmative Action Plan. He stated
the plan presented was written according to the state's
guidelines. The plan requires that the City be very specific in
naming responsible parties/individuals and on required actions.
Director of Administrative Services, Carol Carlson, stated the
plan will become effective as soon as it is approved by the State
and the City has received the Certification. She stated all
cities or businesses are required to have an affirmative action
plan if they have 20 or more employees or have government
contracts in excess of $50,000. She stated New Hope's plan
conforms to State guidelines. She stated the City bm~ been very
responsible in its affirmative action activities as the City ba~
published notice of openings, notified minority newspapers, etc.
She stated that the City will continue to make a good faith effort
in hiring minorities and women. She noted that the plan appoints
an affirmative action officer and also identifies four areas where
the city will make an effort to hire minorities and women prior to
1991. She noted the four areas include Public Works - Laborer
position, Protective Services and Office Clerical, and the
Management Area. She stated the plan only affects appointed
officials, not elected officials.
Councilmember Otten inquired whether Ms. Carlson foresees any
mjor adjustments in the implementation. Ms. Carlson stated she
does not; many of the procedures identified in the plan the City
has been implemented over a number of years and she attributes
that to the affect the Personnel Board has had on the City's
personnel policies.
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Page 15
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RESOL~TIC~
88-200
It~ 10.1
Councilmember Otten introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption: '~ESOI/YlT~ APPROVING ~ AL~TC~ POLICY &
PI;tN". The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution
was seconded by Councilmember Daly, and upon vote being taken
thereon; the following voted in favor thereof: Erickson, Daly,
Otten, Williamson; and the following voted against the same:
None; absent: Enck; whereupon the resolution was declared duly
passed and adopted, and was signed by the mayor which was attested
to by the city clerk.
(Page Extract Book)
CAFET~JA
PLAN
Item 10.2
Mayor Erickson introduced for consideration, a Resolution
Authorizing the City of New Hope to Enter Into an Agreement with
Rossini & Associates, P.A. for Assistance in Administration of the
New Hope Cafeteria Plan - $2,500.
The City Manager stated the City currently ban an approved
cafeteria plan which allows employees to set aside in a tax
shelter a specific amount of money from earned income. Funds
expended from the tax shelter (cafeteria plan) are family
expenses for medical and child care expenses. He stated the
City's plan has been amended to meet new Federal requirements and
the city saves adequate funds on the tax shelter to offset the
$2,500 charge. He stated Rossini & Associates will file the
required documents and assist the City in administration of the
program.
Councilmember Williamson inquired whether staff could administer
the plan after the plan is put together. The City M2znager stated
the plan has been in effect for a year but there have been several
amendments to the law ~ cafeteria plans which require
changes in the administration of the program. Based on this
agreement Rossini & Associates would update the policy, file the
necessary documents and assist in the administration of the plan.
RESOLUTIC~
88-201
Item 10.2
Councilmember Williamson introduced the following resolution and
moved its adoption: '~ESO~C~ ~ZING ~ CITY TO ~
INTO AN AG~RFg~T ~ R0~SINI & ASSOCL%TES, P.A. ~0R ASSISTANCE
IN A~4~U~q~N~ON OF ~tE CITY OF N~ ~0PE CAFETERIA PLAN-
$2,500". The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution
was seconded by Councilmember Daly, and upon vote being taken
thereon; the following voted in favor thereof: Erickson, Daly,
Otten, Williamson; and the following voted against the same:
None; absent: Enck; whereupon the resolution was declared duly
passed and adopted, and was signed by the mayor which was attested
to by the city clerk.
(Page Extract Book)
RESOLUTIC~
88-202
Item 10.3
Mayor Erickson introduced for consideration of a Resolution
Authorizing an Interim Ordinance Temporarily Suspending All New
Construction, New Uses, Development or Subdivision of Certain
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Dec~ 12, 1988
Industrially Zoned Property for 90 Days.
The City Manager stated staff has been working with the Planning
Co~,,t, lssion for a couple years looking at underutilized properties
in the City. He stated New Hope is fairly complete in its
development and there is only a limited number of undeveloped
parcels. He stated most of identified properties are a result of
redevelopment, or have problems on the property which somehow have
caused the owner and/or developer not to develop the property.
He stated the Planning C~m~,ission requested that the City embark
on a study of its vacant properties and the study is in two pbm~es
and the City is nearing the end of phase two. He stated the
Planning C~t~,ission, at its December 6th (1988) meeting, reviewed
and recul~ended approval of pb~-~e two of the vacant land study.
He stated the Co~m-,ission did have a few questions concerning some
industrial properties and they will be looking at specific aspects
of that plan. He stated since the vacant land study phase two is
still under consideration a moratorium is recommended. If the
Planning Coim, dssion were to adopt and pass the study in its
entirety, the City Council could not act or review that plan at a
public hearing until at least February, 1989. He stated some of
the industrial properties are being considered for development at
this time and he is proposing to allow the City time to review
these industrial properties. He stated the City does not want
developers to proceed until that plan is in place. He stated what
is being considered is a moratorium on new construction, uses,
development, or subdivision of certain industrially zoned
properties.
Ms. Dunn presented a map identifying the properties and stated the
proposed ordinance includes 8 properties which are zoned either I-
l (limited industry) or I-2 (general industrial district). She
stated the properties included are located north of the Bethel
Cemetery at 3900 Winnetka Avenue - the Minnegasco property. The
property north of that at 3940-3960 Winnetka Avenue which has two
industrial buildings on it but is not a fully developed property;
and the third property is the property located at 4000 Winnetka
Avenue North which is known as outlot A and coll~nly referred to
as Old Dutch Pond. She stated the sixth, seventh, and eighth
properties are owned by the Soo Line Railroad Company and are at
5000 Winnetka Avenue and 7400 49th Avenue North.
Councilmember Otten inquired how many owners are involved with the
property to the south of 38th and Winnetka. Ms. Dunn stated the
Minnegasco property is about 13 acres of industrial zoned
property, part zoned as I-1 and part I-2 but it is all under
single ownership.
The City Manager stated that if the Council wishes to consider
this action, there is a resolution basically finding that there is
a public purpose for the ordinance to be passed. He stated the
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December 12, 1988
ordinance would set forth a temporary moratorium of 90 days. He
stated the City wants to keep the moratorium as short as possible
and not interfere with development but the city does want to make
certain that the community, neighborhoods, and the Council are all
looking at the land uses. He stated the vacant land study was
initiated on July 1, 1986; Pba.~e I was adopted August 19, 1986;
and public hearings were held December 6th. He stated the City
Council cannot hold a public hearing on pba-~e I and phase II until
February 13, 1989 due to a 60 day requirement. He stated the City
wants construction to be withheld until phase I and pb_~e II study
are completed and the comprehensive plan is amended.
Mr. Hmb Dowden, Winnetka Properties, was recognized and stated he
is an owner of part of the property described as ~
property. He stated he has 12 acres north of the Minnegasco area.
He ccmm-~nted there are four separate legal parcels and six owners
involved in the property described by Ms. Dunn as having only one
owner. He stated all of these issues have been discussed
regarding his property but he was not notified until 8:30 this
morning. He stated only two of the six partners of 'the Winnetka
Properties were made aware of this matter and he still does not
fully know what is going on or what purposes would be served by
not allowing development to occur during the next three months.
Mayor Erickson stated there is little undeveloped property in the
City of New Hope and the City is more and more concerned about
what goes in there so it is developed in a way which is not
detrimental to the City. He stated the City would like to get the
people living on Winnetka involved in the process as they would be
affected by the development.
Mr. Dcwden inquired whether it is possible the property would be
re-zoned. Mayor Erickson stated if a developer came in with a
development which the Council felt c~t~limented the City of New
Hope and its citizens, a re-zoning may be considered but at this
time re-zoning is not planned.
Mr. Dowden stated his property was not included in the study but
yet it is part of the moratorium.
The City Manager stated Mr. Dowden does have room for development
on his property and he is adjacent to the second largest
industrially zoned property in the City. He stated the City is
not singling out any particular property but looking at developing
industrial property and Mr. Dowden's property is part of the
moratorium even though it was not part of the study.
The City Manager stated proposals have been made for uses of the
property which would not be classified under the current zoning
and comprehensive plan for industrial uses of that property. He
stated the Planning Co~u~,~ssion is concerned and is looking at all
aspects and the impact which industrial development will have.
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Page 18
December 12, 1988
He stated the Cu~mtdssion wants to be certain that the planning
process of the City retains its integrity, has meaning, and
benefits all the ~ neighborhoods.
~ne City Manager stated that the Council has not previously acted
on anything relating to this plan since it is a r~3_rement that
the Planning C~u,,~ssion, t/brough formal public hearing, make a
rec~,,~_ndation and then after that the Council may act upon it.
Mr. Dowden stated he does not have any plans for the property and
does not have any objection but would like clarification as to
what is going on and is concerned that he was notified at such a
late date of the action. Mayor Erickson stated the notification
was a courtesy of the City as it is not re~i~ed by law or
ordinance but the City wanted the property owners to be aware.
Mr. Dowden stated they have owned the property for a number of
years and never wished to put it on the market but last week he
did put it on the market for the first time and in the next CIML~
listing, the property will be listed.
Mr. John Nail, representative of Soo T.ine Railroad, was
recognized and stated he is concerned that they only received only
seven hours notice of the Council meeting and the moratorium. He
stated the Railroad has been trying to market the property for the
last two years. He indicated there is about 35 acres total
between the tri-state land company property and the Soo Line
property. He stated just last week they reached an agreement on
the sale of that property and the developer is drawing up plans
for approval by the City of New Hope. He requested that the
normal process of plan approval be followed so t_hat the developer
can begin construction and not have to wait for approval of plans
until 90 days.
The Assistant City Attorney, Steve Sondrall, stated there is a
possibility based on the study that sc~e~ might change with
respect to that property and if the developer begins the planning
process relying on the current process and zoning, there is a
possibility that the development would be grandfathered in and may
not be a development which would be cu~t~atible based on the
study. He stated if the developer wishes to proceed assuming a
business risk that the development may not be approved subsequent
to the determination of the moratorium so that he is not relying
on any representations made by the city but hoping t_hat nothing
would change with respect to the parcel that would be the way to
go if he waived the grandfathering and knew upfront that the time
and effort might be wasted.
Mayor Erickson regarding what type of use the property was sold
for. Mr. Nail stated a tentative agreement h~ been reached but
he cannot make a representation as it is under contract. He
stated he understands the developer does intend to use the
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Dec6mgDer 12, 1988
property for rail service facility but he is not sure whether it
is for shipping or warehousing.
The City Manager read from the proposed resolution, "Now,
therefore, be it resolved, to provide time for a complete study
and analysis, and to protect the planning process, it is necessary
to prohibit any further new use or construction, development or
subdivision of the aforedescribed industrially zoned property for
such period of time as may be reasonably required to conduct and
complete the study, and this Council hereby adopts and enacts the
attached Ordinance 88-18 to be effective until 12:01 a.m., March
13, 1989."
Mr. Donahue stated the Ordinance reads, "An interim ordinance
temporarily suspending all new construction, new uses,' development
or subdivision of certain industrially zoned property lying east
of Winnetka Avenue North. Section 1.54 - Suspension of
Development of Industrially zoned property. Pursuant to Minn.
Stat. section 462.355 subdivision 4, a ban is hereby imposed on
the application for and issuance of building permits under Chapter
3 of this Code, text changes, variances, conditional use permits
and rezoning requests under Chapter 4 of this Code and subdivision
request under Chapter 13 of this Code for any new construction,
new use, new development or subdivision of all industrially zoned
properties located in the following described areas in the City of
New Hope" (areas already discussed).
The City Manager stated that technically someone could go through
the planning process as what the ordinance forbids is the
issuance or application for permits but does not mean that they
could not go through the planning process.
Councilmember Daly commented there might be misleading
implications.
Mr. Dowden stated he wished to make an additioDml co~m-~nt that it
would be a shame if the property which has been vacant all these
years to allow a developer walk away due to the moratorium.
Mr. Arne Hendrickson, representative of Minnegasco, was
recognized and stated part of the problem is that they have been
in the marketplace for two years and at the planning cum,~ission
last week and tonight's meeting he has heard about the developer
who came in and did this and did that and he takes offense t_hat
the developer came in based on what the City instructed and tried
to work through the City and dropped the development at what he
last saw as a plan of 154 units and because the neighborhood went
up in arms; it got shut down. He stated based on that
information, they sought out an industrial developer and found
someone who desires to develop the property for industrial and at
the planning cu~u~,4ssion meeting last week residential zoning was
again discussed. He stated they have been a taxpayer in the City
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12, 1988
of New Hope for 40 years and they have responded to the City at
every turn of the coin and he takes offense at the fact that he
got last minute notice of tonight's meeting. He questioned
Council on how they should sell their property and how to get
through this. Mayor Erickson stated this process should provide
them the opportunity to sell it and be confident that the
development coming in will be best for the City.
Mr. Hendrickson stated at December 6th's planning c~,,~,~ssion
meeting the recommendation was that the property remain I-l, I-2.
He stated that is what the developer will be proposing and he is a
known developer in the twin city area and he has done a very good
job in other developments plus there is a closing scheduled for
early February (before the moratorium is up) which involves
substantial dollars.
Mayor Erickson stated his property and the Soo Line property are
probably two of the remaining properties which will have either
the best or worst impact on the City and he has a great deal of
empathy for the Sco T.ine regarding the potential sale of their
property and the gas company but it is the Council ' s
responsibility to make the right choice. The City must find out
what is going on with the property and what would be best. He
stated one of the problems the city currently ham is that they had
a "dead" shopping center but today it is a very busy center and
traffic ham picked up dl-amatically on 42nd and Winnetka; the
development of these two pieces of property will have a profound
effect on the traffic patterns in the City of New Hope. He stated
there is Ben Franklin, Wonder Bakery, and other businesses which
generate a substantial amount of 16-wheeler traffic. He stated it
the City had a choice between a large warehouse and a high
employment manufacturing plant you would want manufacturing jobs
created. He stated it is a lot broader situation than the gas
company and the Soo T.~ne's property.
Mayor Erickson stated he spoke at length last week with Mr. Hansen
and explained that it is a great problem and the Council has to do
the right thing. He stated it is unfortunate that both
Minnegasco and Soo T.ine have buyers.
The City Manager stated he knew nothing about either one of the
properties. He stated he knew there was some development at
Minnegasco but did not know the purchase was up and he was unaware
of the Soo Line property.
Councilmember Daly that the proposed rail spur has potential to
take truck traffic off Winnetka Avenue and it should be
considered.
Mr. Clarence Brandell, 6321 Russell Avenue South, was recognized
and inquired whether the property as defined in the moratorium barn
to stay as defined or could the two properties discussed be
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excluded since they are finally being developed in the way the
planning c~t,,~,4ssion had last advised. He again asked whether it
is necessary that the affected properties in the moratorium remain
as defined. Mayor Erickson stated these two pieces of property
will have the most profound effect on the City of New Hope in the
future as they are the largest remaining pieces of undeveloped
property. He stated based on Mr. Hendrickson's statement the cost
of the vacant land is $40,000 per year and it seems that having it
developed would be beneficial to the City of New Hope. Mayor
Erickson stated it may very well be beneficial but the City wants
RESOLUTIC~
88-202
It~n 10.3
Councilmember Otten introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption: "RESO~ AU~IZ~ AN ~ (~DINANCE
TEMPORARILY SUSPENDING ~T,'I'. ~ (~C~, ~ L~,
E~V~[oPM~IT CR SU~DIVISIO~ OF (]~EAIN IN~TI.V Z~
~0R 90 EF~YS". The motion for the adoption of the foregoing
resolution was seconded by Councilmember Daly, and upon vote being
taken thereon; the following voted in favor thereof: Erickson,
Daly, Otten, Williamson; and the following voted against the same:
None; absent: Enck; whereupon the resolution was declared duly
passed and adopted, and was signed by the mayor which was attested
to by the city clerk.
(Page Extract Book)
ORDINANCE
88-18
Item 10.4
RESOLUTIC~
88-203
Item 11.1
Councilmember Daly introduced the following ord/nance and moved
its adoption: "C~/)RqANCE ~~.v S~I~ ~T.I. ~
~TX.V ZC~qED PRDPE~TY ~ 90 [1%~S". The motion for the
adoption of the foregoing ordiDzunce ~as seconded by Councilmember
Otten, and upon vote being taken thereon; the following voted in
favor thereof: Erickson, Daly, Otten, Williamson; and the
following voted against the same: None; absent: Enck; whereupon
the-ordinance was declared duly passed and adopted, and was signed
by the mayor which was attested to by the city clerk.
(Page Extract Book)
Mayor Erickson introduced for consideration, a Resolution Relating
to $1,600,000 General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 1988;
Aw-urding the Sale, Fixing the Form and Details and Providing for
the Execution and Delivery Thereof and Security Therefor.
Mr. Wayne Burggraaff, representative of Evensen Dodge, Inc. was
recognized and stated there was a bond sale and competitive bids
were received at 2:00 p.m., December 12, 1988. He distributed
results of sales indicating the tabulation of bids. He c~,,~nted
that the City's A-1 credit rating w-us confirmed for this sale and
the City did receive six bids which is a greater number of bids
than normal probably due to greater market interest and somewhat
fewer bonds in the market, and it gives the City more cun~etition.
He stated the low bid, submitted by First Bank Systems was 7.0786%
in terms of net interest rate and the next four bids fell within
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December 12, 1988
RESOLU~IC~
88-203
It~ 11.1
~vFIC STUDY
'T'FRRA T.'rN5%
AREA
Item 11.2
one basis point and the last and highest bid was at 7.1791%. He
stated the bids came in at a slightly better than market rate and
he recommends adoption of the resolution.
CounciLmember Williamson introduced the following resolution and
moved its adoption: "RESOIIYi~(~ RRTATING TO $1,600,000 c4~qERAL
01%'I'.TGAT'~C~ :]I~m]~I:)'VJ]~,~T~ ]~, S]~ll~ ~_988; i~~ ~ ~,
~m~.TVERY 911FREDF AND ~ ~]~mOR". The motion for the
adoption of the foregoing resolution w~s seconded by
Counci~ Otten, and upon vote being taken thereon; the
following voted in favor thereof: Erickson, Daly, Otten,
Williamson; and the following vot_~__ against the same: None;
absent: Enck; whereupon the resolution was declared duly passed
and adouted, and was signed by the myor which w-as attested to by
the city clerk.
(Page Extract Book)
Mayor Erickson introduced for discussion Item 11.2, Discussion
Concerning Traffic Study Results - Terra T.~da Area.
The City Manager stated last October the City Council accepted a
petition by the neighborhood group of the Terra Linda Area
requesting the City review traffic problems; most not~_bly traffic
going north and south on Sumter Avenue which were violating the
stop signs. He stated the Council requested a traffic study be
conducted by the Traffic Cuim,~ttee. He stated the Traffic
Co~m~,~ttee, composed of Public Works and Police Department
personnel, looked at the whole Terra Linda area.
He stated the study was divided into four areas--the 1st area was
30th and Sumter, 2nd - View Crest and Sumter, the 3rd area-
Terra T.~nda and Lamphere Drive; and the 4th area - Quebec.
The City Manager stated at the first area on six days during
numerous times of the day it was found that there was a high
volume of traffic and 35 percent of the cars approaching the stop
sign were violating the stop sign (incomplete stops).
He stated the second area was reviewed for two days and the volume
of traffic was not as high; 65 people continued past View Crest
on Sumter during that two day period. He stated the main concern
was with violations, particularly stop signs.
He stated that in area 3 on Sumter at Terra T.~nda - violations of
that stop sign were at 27 percent. He stated 27 vehicles turn
down Winnetka and approximately 64 vehicles continue on.
He stated the stop sign for traffic on Lamphere heading north, 38
percent of the vehicles were violating the stopsign. The two-day
count showed 53 vehicles.
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He stated_ another stopsign at Quebec and Iamphere (before Medicine
lake Road), 45 percent of the vehicles were violating the stopsign
based on a 2-day study with a 97 vehicle count.
The City Manager stated there appears to be a large volume of
traffic in the area and the apartment is generating much of the
traffic travelir~ south.
Counci~ Daly inquired about the spcc~ of vehicles. ~ne City
Manager stated the study could not be done on both traffic count
and speed controls - he stated the officers were in unmarked cars
and were basically counting vehicles but it was noted that a fair
number of vehicles appeared to be speeding.
The City Manager stated the Traffic Coau~,~ ttee suggested
installation of a barrier between the C~fstal and New Hope border.
He stated when staff reviewed the suggestion it was determined
that one of the problems would be that it would force traffic
further up and if a barrier was installed there would only be one
entrance and exit and if Medicine ]'~ke Road is under construction
it may create a potential problem. He stated has spoken with the
City Engineer of Crystal about the barrier and he was not
agree_able to put one in at this time as he felt it was rather
drastic action.
Councilmember Daly suggested having the area patrolled more than
four times a year. The City Manager stated he cannot ~mr~ntee
the Terra r.lnda residents police coverage due to a shortage of
staff and he does not wish to promise anything of that kind.
Counci~ Daly co~u~nted that if the police department heavily
patrolled about twelve times throughout the year and issued
citations perhaps it would decrease the violations.
Councilmember Daly stated he would hesitate to having only one
entrance to the area especially for emergency vehicles.
Sean O'Reilly, 7716 Viewcrest Lane, was recognized and presented a
letter to the Council frc~ a neighbor unable to attend the meeting
but wishing to be put in the official record. He thanked the
police department for their time and efforts on the study.
Mr. O'Reilly stated he took the traffic numbers and broke them
down into a one-day average and excluding 30th and Sumter there
are 60 violations per day and if 30th and Sumter %fas included
there would be a total of 107 violations per day. He referred to
the last part of the memo from the Police Chief stating residents
living at the north end of Viewcrest Lane, Valle Vista, and Quebec
Avenue travelling along Winnetka may not use Terra r.~nda Drive to
reach their residence but may use 30th Avenue in Crystal. He
stated he believes residents currently use that route and it has
not been a problem for anyone. He stated the Police Chief also
noted that it may shift the problem of Crystal residents using
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Sumter to get to Medicine lake Road to using 30th and Quebec. He
stated he disagrees as it seems hard to believe they would go that
~mlch out of their way to avoid Winnetka Avenue when ac~]ly
access onto winnetka at 30th in the morning can be trying but it
is probably one of the better intersections to use. He stated
that the Medicine Take Road construction will be only teapot.
He stated he noticed the Public Works vehicles and emergency
vehicles use Sumter Avenue in Crystal themselves and if they had
to get to the east end of the area they use 30th Avenue. Mr.
O'Reilly stated that 98% of the (Irystal residential citizens in
that area agreed to the petition.
Counci~ Daly inquired if enough thought has been given to
the closing access to Medicine Iake Road and whether that would
solve the problem. A citizen ccmm~nted there is a park involving
children at that location which is part of the problem.
Councilmember Daly stated that since it is known that this is a
dangerous intersection perhaps this should be the access closed.
Mr. O'Reilly stated with the removal of the bridge it would be a
less dangerous intersection.
Mayor Erickson suggested tabling the issue so that staff as well
as Terra Linda residents can review the situation as this would be
a major decision and it must be checked into.
Mr. O'Reilly co]~m-~nted that the traffic study was conducted during
some day hours where traffic volume is low and during the S~LK~,er
months t~ffic is considerably higher.
Mayor Erickson requested a show of hands and residents unanimously
voted in favor of the closing of Medicine Lake Road as a viable
solution.
Mayor Erickson commented that public streets must be allowed to be
used by the public but not to s~ or run stop signs.
Councilmember Williamson inquired what advantage the residents
find for taking Terra T.~da Drive to 30th Avenue to Winnetka. A
citizen stated that it is a straight shot to Tom Thumb and it is
an easy, open access.
The City Manager stated he would like the City Engineer and
perhaps even a traffic specialist to review the situation as he
sees some implications for en~ and exit fi-can Winnetka Avenue
if a cul-de-sac is put in off Medicine Lake Road.
Motion mde by Councilmember Daly, seconded by Councilmember
Williamson to table o~sidermtic~ of the traffic study of Terra
Linda area ~ ~ible closin~ of Medicir~ l~k~ Road to
Jar~k3ry9, 1988, at 7:00 p.m. All present voted in favor.
Mr. Ken Bergman, 2832 Lamphere, w-as recognized, and stated the
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entire group appreciates the time and effort of the traffic
~tutti~ ar'~:], the Police Department. He stated the study was a
comprehensive report given the fact that they are probably very
limited in manpower. He c:,..amt,ent..ed he is in cor~plete support of
Councilmember Daly's suggestion and he can obtain an assessment of
the neighborhood to find out what percentages are for and against
it if necessary. He stated it has come to his attention that this
type of request came before the Council se~zeral years back and he
is unaware of the decisions made at that time. Mayor Erickson
stated the installations of the stopsigns were probably the
result. Mr. Bergm c~m~nted that he likes the direction the
Council is taking and he hopes that a resolution will be found.
TREE Mayor Erickson introduced for discussion a Resolution Approving a
Boulevard Tree Replacement Program.
Item 11.3
The City Manager stated in November Council will be asked to
select an area for tree replacement and prices of trees will be
obtained. He noted the homeowner will be required to pay for one-
half the removal cost and one-half the cost of a new tree. He
stated installation is not an issue as it will be part of the
package. The City does not want property owners to be planting
the trees even though there may be cost savings because the trade-
off is that there may be a dead tree with no return.
RESOIL~IC~
88-204
Item 11.3
Councilmember Williamson introduced the following resolution and
moved its adoption: '~ESOLIYI~C~ ~ A BC[U_EVARD ~
REPIAC~M~qT PROSRA~P'. The motion for the adoption of the
foregoing resolution w-as seconded by Councilmember Daly, and upon
vote being taken thereon; the following voted in favor thereof:
Erickson, Daly, Otten, Williamson; and the following voted against
the same: None; absent: Enck; whereupon the resolution W-dS
declared duly passed and adopted, and was signed by the mayor
which was attested to by the city clerk.
(Page Extract Book)
~OLICY
6.10
Mayor Erickson introduced for discussion a Resolution Establishing
a Tobacco Free Policy.
Counci~ Williamson stated she feels it is too severe to ask
an employee who smokes to sit in a vehicle for 8 hours, if that is
his job and never smoke. Councilmember Daly stated all
corporations are going smokeless 100% and it is the trend.
Mayor Erickson stated Public Works personnel spend very little
time in the vehicles and when they are outside they may smoke.
Councilmember Williamson stated the Police Officers must be in
their vehicles for extended periods of time. The City Manager
stated none of the Police officer employees who smoke have
approached the Police Chief but several of the non-smokers have
informed their supervisor and the Police Chief that they will
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Decembe~ 12, 1988
absolutely refuse to ride in a squadcar with a smoker or after a
smoker has used the vehicle. Councilmember Williamson inquired if
the suggestion ha~ been to have a "smoking squad". The City
Manager stated there is a problem to structure rotation of shifts
with smokers and non-smokers and he does not wish to set a
precedent of having a "smoking" car.
Councilmember Williamson stated she feels it is unfair and more
time should be put into the decision.
The City Manager stated the City has agreed to pay for any smoker
who desires to attend a $95 cessation program.
Counci~ Williamson in~ed how the no-smoking policy will
be enforced. The City Manager stated employees will be
reprimanded according to the existing Personnel Rules and
Regulations.
RESOLUTIC~
88-205
It~ 6.10
Councilmember Daly introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption: '~{ESOII3ITC~ ~/I~RT.~.q~[ING A TOB~0OO-FREE ~OLIC~".
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was
seconded by Councilmember Otten, and upon vote being taken
~_hereon; the following voted in favor thereof: Erickson, Daly,
Otten; and the following voted against the same: Williamson;
absent: Enck; whereupon the resolution was declared duly passed
and adopted, and was signed by the myor which was attested to by
the city clerk.
(Page Extract Book)
Nu~ck~N The City Manager invited the Council to the Northern Mayors
MAYC~S ~ meeting on Thursday, December 15, 1988.
Motion was made by Councilmember Williamson, seconded by
Councilmember Daly, to adjourn the me~ as there was no
further business to come before the Council. All present voted in
favor. The New Hope City Council adjourned at 9:50 p.m.
Carol E. Carlson
New Hope City Council
Page 27
December 12, 1988
CITY OF N~ ~DPE
4401 XYlf~q AV~RIE ~
~ OO[R~IY, ~ 55428
November28, 1988
City Hall, 8:00 P.M.
Chairman Erickson called the meeting of the Housing and
Redevelopment Authority to order at 8:00 p.m.
Present: Erickson, Enck, Daly, Otten, Williamson
Absent: None
APtlqOVE~ Motion byCon~¥~ssionerEnck, seconded byCo~tm~ssionerDaly to
OF OCT. 10, 1988 approve the HRAminutes of October 10, 1988, and November 14, 1988.
&NOV. 14, 1988 All present voted in favor.
DISCUSSION
7180 42ND AVE.
NO~I~ P~OPERTY
Item 4
Chairman Erickson introduced Item 4, ,'Discussion Regarding Property
at 7180 42nd Avenue North (Paro's Pub) PID #17-118-21 21 0031".
The City Manager stated that several months ago the HRA discussed
development of the Paro's Pub property and directed staff to
pursue development of the site. He stated the current owners have
made many suggestions and discussed proposals; however nothing has
happened. He stated he is concerned withthisparticularproperty as
it is blighted and affects the entire 42nd Avenue improvement
project. He noted that condemnation has not been further pursued.
He stated the HRA has directed him to pursue development
opportunities and the City b~ received three preliminary proposals'
from three developers. He noted the first proposal was received
from Midwest Auto Malls for development of an 8550 sq. foot auto
mall with a 1600 sq. foot gas station/carwash. He stated they have
made a proposal to the City whereby the City would assist through a
condemnation procedure. He explainedthe cost of acquisition of the
property would be born by the developer which is $325,000. He
stated any cost above $325,000 would bebornbythe City.
The City MaD~ger stated the second proposal was received from Flag
Builders and they are proposing a 12,000 sq. foot strip center for
appliance sales and service including a superette, take-out, etc.
He stated he is not aware of any plans for specific tenants. He
stated the cost of development is $560,000 and no specific amount
has beenest~hlishedregardingthepurchase. He stated the proposal
requests the City's assistance either as a loan or by underwriting
the cost of the land toreflectthe negative value of the building.
He stated the third proposal was received by C.G. Rein Company who
is proposing a 9500 sq. foot retail development including a 3,000
sq. foot convenience market with gasoline pumps. He stated the
estimated cost of development is $427,000. He noted the developer
is proposing to absorb $150,000 in land costs and the City is being
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November 28, 1988
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asked to absorb acquisition costs above this amount or ~
approximately $173,000. He explained the City would also be~
involved in acquisition through the negotiation of a sale or
condemnation.
Mr. Jeff Sweet, President of Midwest Auto Malls, was recognized and
stated the auto mall concept basically groups automotive service and
accessory retailers in one area. He stated his company has built
five auto malls in the twin city area and invited the Council to
visit the sites. He explained this concept originally was
introduced on the West Coast about 10 years ago and has gradually
worked its way to the midwest. He stated the auto mall facility is
designed to give the automotive supply shopper a "shopping center"
appearance. He stated when they looked at the proposed site there
were two issues that they focused on -- the substantial investment
that Crown Auto has made at their location which makes it doubtful
that it will redevelop in the immediate future. This can be
interpreted that the land use is likely to remain at the current use
for the near future. Also focused on was how to integrate the auto
mall into the area. He noted they would work with Crown Auto to
develop a block of autc~otive uses in an attractive manner. He
stated that this concept really supports the plans and goals of the
c~L,~unity and cc~¥~31iments the businesses at 42nd and Wirtnetka rather
than "stealing" tenants from the shopping center. He stated tenants
at their other malls include Tire Plus, Firestone, Jiffy Lube, Car-X
Muffler, Amoco, Super America, etc. He stated he believes Auto
Mall's main problem would be who the Council selects to give the
opportunity to develop at that location.
Mr. Sweet continued by stating that they have also incorporated a
gasoline service as part of the auto mall concept. He stated the
proposed building is fairly narrow - only 50 feet which will allow
a large green area adjacent to the multiple family dwelling. He
stated the company has built 180,000 square feet of automotive
buildings in the last three years and Auto Mall has been named by
Automotive Week as having the nation's top auto mall design. He
stated he understood that there was an estimated acquisition cost
of $325,000 and they are prepared to cover the City's cost of
acquisition.
The City Manager stated the City would have to acquire the property
by either negotiations with the seller which does not seem possible
or through condemnation which seems to be the necessary route. He
stated the City would have to assist with the costs associated with
condemnations.
Councilmember Enck inquired whether Mr. Sweet is in a position to
state that his company would reimburse the City for all the costs of
the "taking". Mr. Sweet stated they would make an offer. He noted
that soil testings have not been conducted at the site.
Counci~ Daly suggested the City not allow a third curb-cut to
the site.
November 28, 1988
New Hope HRA
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Mayor Erickson stated the property is extremely valuable and the
City needs to study in depth the proposed uses in order to develop
an appropriate use of the land.
Mr. Sweet stated it is architecturally designed so that it fits into
the 42nd Avenue concept and he will provide the Council with
photographs of other completed auto malls.
Councilmember Daly inquired as to the type of landscaping to be
provided. Mr. Sweet stated there is adeq~_ate land to create a
sizable buffer.
Mayor Erickson stated he would like to view some of Auto Mall's
existing facilities to see how the proposed project would
aesthetically tie into the 42nd Avenue redevelopment.
Mr. Scott Cooper, representing Flag Builders, was next recognized
and stated Flag Builders is proposing a 12,000 scp]ave foot strip
center which would contain typical shops in a service center, i.e.,
beauty/barber shop, take-out food, and a superette. He stated one
of the things Flag Builders looked at when preparing the proposal
was a center that would be ccaupatible with the apartment complexes
as well as the proposed handicapped housing site. He stated in
terms of financing Flag Builders has been very flexible but is
requesting assistance as the acquisition cost of the property is
elevated due to the existing structure, which for redevelopment
purposes, is not of value to a developer where new structures are
planned. He stated he proposes the City finance the gap that would
exist between their rental income and the project cost.
Mr. Scott Cooper further reviewed the proposal which would have five
or six retail bays with up to 10 to 20 employees. He stated some of
the stores he has in mind are more service oriented which are not
available in the large centers, i.e., appliance repair, drycleaner,
barber/beauty shop. He stated the assistance from the City would be
paid back in the increased taxes generated by the property.
Mayor Erickson inquired if the developer would proceed if City
assistance was not provided. Mr. Cooper stated it would not be
economically feasible to develop a center of this size if they
acquired the property at the appraised value and had to pay for
demolition, site preparation expenses, etc.
Councilmember Williamson inquired whether Flag Builders has similar
sites. Mr. Cooper stated they built one in Burnsville on Nicollet
Avenue between County Road 42 and Hwy. 13. He stated he would be
willing to provide pictures of it to the Council. Councilmember
Enck requested photographs showing both sides of the building.
Mayor Erickson requested a site plan and formal proposal from Flag
Builders by the end of December so that the Council may view the
November 28, 1988
concept.
Mr. Steve Cook, representing C.G. Rein Company, was recognized and
stated his firm is proposing a 9500 s~are fcoot strip center which
includes a 3000 square foot convenience market and gasoline pumps at
an estimated cost of $325,000-$350,000. He stated the proposal
meets the City's zoning standards and will compliment City Center,
the proposed handicapped housing and nearby apartment complex. He
stated that C.G. Rein Company's proposal requests assistance from
the city for costs above $150,000. He stated C.G. Rein Company has
put together an income analysis and return on investment for the
Council ' s review.
Mr. Steve Cook pointed out that most convenience stores now like to
have gas pumps for added income. He stated they are intending to
have service oriented shops, including a cleaner, barber shops,
florist, etc.
Mayor Erickson inq~]]red whether they could develop if they did not
receive City assistance for funding. Mr. Cook stated he would
rather have that question answered by his superior. He stated they
would very much like to do the project and he would like an idea of
the City's needs. Mr. Cook stated they have six strip centers
primarily in the St. Paul area and he has provided the City staff
with brochures of the centers.
Councilmember Enck requested pictures of both sides of the centers
as well as plans by the end of December. He then inquired if the
developer barn completed an assessment on what the City's needs are
for certain shops before considering possible tenants. Mr. Cook
stated they have not done such an assessment but certainly would be
happy to do that before coming before the Council again.
Mayor Erickson stated he would like to have all the information
(dollar figure needed from City and why, drawings of project,
pictures, type of tenants, etc. ) from the three developers by the
end of December so that a fair decision may be made by the Council.
The City Manager stated if the Council and HRA authorize the City
to provide assistance, a proforma and return-on-investment report
would be required of the developer.
The City Manager reviewed the schedule as follows:
- the first appraisal was received in 1986
- the HRA authorized eminent domain proceedir~s 1/26/87
- updated appraisal co~leted May of 1987
- HRA authorized staff to receive proposals August 1987
- 11/28/88 HRA directed staff to negotiate purchase of property -
development agreement
Mayor Erickson inquired whether Mr. Laski b~ indicated whether or
not he would sell the property. The City Manager stated he has not
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Nover~r 28, 1988
spoken to the owner in person but he h~s received a number of
~ts that a number of people have spoken to Mr. Laski regarding
the purcb~ and all have been rebuffed. He stated the City
receives approximately one phone call per week from prospective
developers.
Councilmember Enck advised the City Manager to give Mr. Iaski a
phone call to obtain the information on a first-hand basis. He then
inquired how staff received the proposals from the current three
developers. ~ne City Manager stated some have approached staff and
staff has also solicited proposals. He stated there are severe
constraints on the property, size being' the largest one. He stated
staff has looked at the auto mall concept as a possibility of a
development which may work on the site.
Councilme~ber Enck inquired whether staff has looked at what Crown
Auto and Cook Automotive have invested in their buildings and if
there are constraints on size of those two properties. He commented
on potential redevelopment from louisiana to Nevada on the north
side of 42nd Avenue. He stated he is sure the cost would be
significant but it would allow multiple opportunities for
development and enhancement of the area with long-term benefits.
The City Manager stated they have looked at the overall area from
Louisiana to Nevada but have not analyzed specifically the "taking"
of Crown Auto, for exile, for redevelopment. He stated it is a
good property and rather new structure.
Councilmember Enck o,.at, uented that if the City is looking at an
enhancement of the area along with the handicapped housing then
maybe the City should be looking at dollars remaining in the
redevelopment district for redevelopment of the entire area.
Ms. Jeannine Dunn stated the cost of easement right-of-way of 42nd
Avenue acquisition was $77,000. She stated Cook Automotive is a
very viable business but is thinking that at some time they may
like to expand or may like to move but they are moving very
cautiously and very slowly as they do have a very good business at
their current location.
Councilmember Williamson inq~red if the HRA has conducted a "needs
assessment" for this area. The City Manager stated it was included
in the original study for City Center and identified as a blighted
property. He stated he does not know where Cook's Automotive
buildings falls into that grotR0 but all the properties from
louisiana to Nevada are included in the redevelopment and the tax
increment project.
Councilmember Williamson stated she is referring to a study stating,
for e~le, another barbershop is needed, another florist is not,
etc. The City Manager stated a study for this particular area was
not undertaken but a study was conducted for the City Center area.
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November 28, 1988
Councilmember Williamson requested staff research costs of a market
study on the area.
Councilmember Otten inquired whether Crown Auto would insist on a
stand alone building or whether they may interested in
incorporating into a strip center.
The city Manager stated t_hat it is his understanding Crown Auto has
new owners and he is unsure of their future plans.
Mayor Erickson thanked the three representatives for attending the
meeting and their presentations on proposed use of the land at 7180
42nd Avenue North, PID #17-118-21 21 0031.
Motion was made by Cul~=~,~ssioner Enck, seconded by Commissioner
Daly, to a~ourn the meeting. All present voted in favor. The New
Hope HRA adjourned at 8:50 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Carol Carlson
New Hope HRA
Page 6
November 28, 1988
CITY OF
4401 Xkq~ AV~JE
~ (]0~ql~f, ~ 55428
December l~-, 1988
City F~11, 9:55 P.M.
APPROVE MINUTES
OF NOV. 28, 1988
DISCUSSIC~
7180 42ND AVE.
Item4
New Hope HRA
Page 1
Chairman Erickson called the meeting of the Housing and
Redevelopment Authority to order at 9:55 p.m.
Present: Erickson, Daly, Otten, Williamson
Absent: Enck
Motion byCommissionerWilliamson, seconded byCommissionerDalyto
approve theHRAminutes of November28, 1988. All present voted in
favor.
Chairman Erickson introduced Item4, "Discussion Reqarding 42nd
Avenue Redevelopment Project and Market Study".
The City Manager stated that staff was directed to review 42nd
Avenue between Louisiana and Nevada and include all of the
properties in the marketing study area. He stated costs have been
checked into on such a study and the v~lue of the properties have
been reviewed. He stated based on taxed records and the estimated
appraisals for the easements rough approximations have been put
together. He stated Mr. David Licht, planning consultant from
Northwest Associated Consultants, Inc. provided a proposal on the
42nd Avenue study. He stated the proposal is $5,000 and includes
identification of the area of influence, interviews with area
business people to determine current status of business environment,
and analysis of the market including estimate markets, future
markets, traffic, etc.
Mayor Erickson stated the City is actually doing what prospective
businesses should be doing and he does not feel the city should
spend this sort of money, i.e. if someone wants a restaurant, he
should conduct and pay for the study. Councilmember Williamson
stated the results would be swayed toward their development rather
than what is best for the City.
The City Manager stated he could obtain relative data from Jeff
Sweet but he is not surethat is whatthe City is looking for as it
is slanted. Mayor Erickson stated it maybe slanted but it is
current and if they went withMr. Sweet's proposal there is not a
whol~ lot of property left to develop; especially if the handicapped
housing as approved then the City's spending $5,000 for a small
December 12, 1988
New Hope HRA
Page 2
study of a lot next to All-Star Sports. He stated the City does not ~
need anyone to come in and inform us what the problem is or what
has to be done.
Cu~.~,~ssioner Otten inquired whether staff reviewed the results and
recu~,~ndation of the previous report performed by Mr. Licht on this
project and whether his recu~,~ndations have been reviewed. He
stated perhaps a review of that plan should be made before a
decision is made to obtain another market study. Cu~m~issioner
Otten inquired whether Crown Auto and Cook Autcmotives would be part
of the plan or would the developers advise the HRA on that matter.
~ne City Manager stated it depends on what the HRA wants - does it
want to be in control and direct what happens or does it want to
react to what developers are doing. He stated the HRA could let the
auto malls conduct their own market study and let them make the
decisions but staff would not have the ability to give real
direction.
The City Manager stated the market study will include 36th and
Winnetka. He cu~,,t~nted the church property is up for sale and if it
does sell, the City will have numerous developers requesting
rezoning to aco~m~odate business.
Mayor Erickson stated since it will include the church site perhaps
the City should approve the market study.
Motion wasmadebyOtten, seconded byCommissionerDaly to retain
Northwest AssociatedOonsultants, Inc. to performamarketstudyof
7180 42~]AvenueNorthat ac os tn otto--S5,000. All present
voted in favor.
Ms. Dunn stated Crown Auto and Cook Automotive signs were
incorporated into the redevelopment of the Paro's Pub area and it
was done as a first step in the financial analysis. She stated part
of the problem is the developers do not want to spend a lot of
money in developing a plan and if the HRA does not feel the project
is feasible the money has been wasted. She stated the total in land
acquisition costs is about $487,000; in addition since this is in
the tax increment district and all three developers have indicated
they would need financial assistance. She stated the City would
relocate the tenants per the '~3niform Act" and estimates have been
made on the high side of $57,000 for relocation. She stated the
uniform act was amended and the amount of money which people are
eligible for in relocation payments has been increased. She stated
demolition w-us budgeted in the amount of $30,000 and legal and
administration at $15,000. The total is $589,000 and the City will
look at what type of development would be necessary to make this
financially workable.
She stated Jeff Sweet has spoken with Crown Auto which is under new
management and they are becoming more receptive about doing
Decer0ber 12, 1988
something since they perceive the City is a little more receptive to
something being done with the entire parcel.
Motion was made by Cum~issioner Otten, seconded by Commissioner
Daly, to adjourn the m~_ing. All present voted in favor. The New
Hope HRA adjourned at 10:05 p.m.
Carol Carlson
New Hope HRA
Page 3
December 12, 1988