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HomeMy WebLinkAboutUntitled 411 Page 2 - Minutes 07/23/96 • Resolution 96-07-20 - A Resolution Authorizing the Police Department to Make Application for Enrollment in the Safe and Sober Community Project - Police Chief Swanson requested that the City Council pass the resolution so they can proceed with the application for the Safe and Sober community project . Councilmember Schaaf, seconded by Swenson, moved to approve Resolution 96-07-20 . Carried 4-0 . Radar Board - Councilmember Swenson asked Chief Swanson the cost of purchasing a radar board. Swanson stated that a radar board would cost $14, 000 . He indicated that Washington County is in the process of purchasing a radar board and that it should be in operation by the end of September. New Workshop Dates - Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Schaaf moved to approve the following workshop dates : Zoning Ordinance Workshop, August 6, 1996, at 6 : 00 p.m. Otto Bonestroo Workshop, August 6, 1996, at 7 : 00 p.m. Washington County Comprehensive Plan Workshop, August 20, at 6 : 00 p.m. Budget Review Workshop, August 20, 1996 at 7 : 00 p.m. Carried 4-0 . Financing Acquisition of Park Land - Councilmember Robert reported that the Parks Commission requested that money funding the acquisition of the Connel property be taken from the Land Acquisition fund. City Administrator Robertson suggested that Deputy Clerk/Finance Director Holst provide a recommendation at the Budget Workshop. Procedure for Dedicating Park Land - Councilmember Robert asked City Attorney Vierling what procedure should be used for dedicating newly acquired land as park land. Vierling stated that the City has a master park plan and that it was not necessary to specifically dedicate land for park uses as long as it was so described in the master park plan. Installation of a Basketball Hoop at Brekke Park - The Parks Commission requested that the City Council authorize the installation of a basketball hoop at Brekke Park. Councilmember Robert, seconded by Swenson, moved to authorize the expenditure of up to $400 . 00 from the Recreation Fund to install a basketball hoop at Brekke Park. Carried 4-0 . Party in the Park - Mayor O'Neal displayed items that will be available at the Party in the Park scheduled Saturday, August 10, 1996 at Valley View Park from 1 : 00 - 3 : 00 p.m. . Council directed Administrator Robertson to look into having City T-shirts for residents to purchase at next years Party in the Park. !• 4 • Page 3 - City Council Minutes 07/08/97 2 . Minutes - Councilmember Robert moved that the phrase "was opened" be stricken from page 5, line 2 of the June 24 minutes on the grounds that it is redundant . Councilmember Swenson seconded, carried 5-0 . Councilmember Robert, seconded by Swenson, moved to approve the minutes as amended. Carried 5-0 . 6 . Councilmember Beaudet ' s Request for Reimbursement - This item was tabled until next Council meeting to obtain more information. Public Hearings: There were no public hearings . Unfinished Business: Annexation Report - City Planner Richards summarized the report prepared by Northwest Area Consultants regarding the proposed annexation of the Screaton and Kerns Center land. He said that the report addresses the issues required by state statutes . Richards also said that as far as government services to this area are concerned, Oak Park Heights is the only logical choice to provide these services because Lake Elmo is unable to do so. Richards also noted that while Oak Park Heights will not be able to provide the entire annexation area with sewer and water immediately, it will be able to do so in the future. Mayor Schaaf and Councilmember Robert both noted the increased benefits to the annexed areas of the higher level of services that would be provided to those residents . There was discussion about service costs and tax rates. Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Beaudet, moved to table the issue until the next Council meeting so that Richards could address some of the issues that were raised and amend the study. Carried 5-0 . Strategic Planning Retreat - Mayor Schaaf requested that the Council meet on a Saturday this fall to do some strategic planning. Councilmembers Turnquist and Robert said that they felt that there should be some type of facilitator there to ensure that the Council stays focused. Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Beaudet, moved to schedule a strategic planning retreat for Saturday, September 27 at 9 : 00 a.m. at a site to be determined in the future. Carried 5-0 . New Business: Resolution 97-07-25 - Resolution Authorizing the Oak Park Heights Police Department to Make Application in Conjunction With the Forest Lake Police Department to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety Office of Traffic Safety for Enrollment Within the Safe and Sober Community Project for the Period of Time of October 1, 1997 Through September 30, 1998 . Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson, moved to approve Resolution 97- 07-25 . Carried 5-0 . III 0 • • OAK PARK HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES, TUESDAY, JULY 8, 1997 Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at 7 : 07 p.m. by Mayor Schaaf . Present : Councilmembers Beaudet, Robert, Swenson and Turnquist . Staff Present : City Administrator Robertson, City Attorney Vierling, City Engineer Caron, City Planner Richards, and Administrative Intern Mesko. Approval of Agenda: The following items were added to the agenda: 1) Reimbursement request by Councilmember Beaudet for pictures taken of the bridge, 2) New date to be set for a tour of the NSP ash pit, and 3) Establishing a date for a Council budget workshop. Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Robert, moved to approve the agenda as amended. Carried 5-0 . Visitors: There were no visitors . Department Reports: Police - Administrator Robertson reported that Chief Swenson was requesting authorization from the Council to apply for the Safe and Sober Grant . Robertson noted that the City has been given the grant the past two years and recommended approval of Chief Swanson' s request . Parks - Councilmember Robert reported that the Garden Committee will be meeting at Cover Park on Thursday, July 10, at 6 : 00 p.m. She also reported that the Parks Commission will meet next Tuesday, July 15, at 6 :30 p.m. at City Hall, Robert noted that the Parks Commission requested at its June 17 meeting that the 58th Street trail improvement cost be allocated to the 58th Street Improvement Fund instead of from the Parks Commission budget . Robert said that since the City Council, not the Parks Commission, had approved the expenditure, the expense should not come from the Parks Commission. Councilmember Robert then moved to have the 58th Street Trail cost come out of the 58th Street Improvement Fund, seconded by Mayor Schaaf. Carried 4-1, with Councilmember Turnquist voting against on the grounds that the item was not on the agenda and that he had received no information about it . Councilmember Robert also noted that the Summer Stretch Group would be working in Brekke and Cover Parks this week cutting trees and weeding. Robert indicated that on Saturday the Youth Service Bureau would be doing the safety material expansion that the Council had approved at its June 24 meeting. 4 s Page 2 - Minutes 07/09/96 Bicycle Safety Rodeo - Chief Swanson stated that a Bicycle Safety Rodeo will be held Saturday, August 3 , 1996 from 9 : 00 a.m. to noon at Brekke Park parking lot . The Rodeo is intended to promote bicycle safety. Swanson reported that Walmart has donated a boy' s bike, and he is hoping to receive enough donations to purchase a girl 's bike. Mayor O'Neal suggested that Chief Swanson contact Lakeview Hospital for information that could be distributed at the Rodeo regarding head injuries . Mayor O'Neal proposed that the Council authorize a donation for gift certificates for bike helmets . Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Kern, moved to authorize $300 . 00 from the Contingency Fund be used to purchase six $50 . 00 gift certificates to used for bike helmets as prizes for the Bike Rodeo. After some discussion, Councilmembers Swenson and Kern rescinded their motion. Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Kern, moved to match a contribution of up to $500 . 00 for any donations made by Oak Park Heights businesses . These funds will be disbursed from the Contingency Fund. Carried 5-0 . Parking Problem - Chief Swanson reported a potential hazardous parking situation located near the County jail at Panama and 60th. People parking on the south side of the new jail are causing an obstructed view. Swanson requested authorization to install a "No Parking This Side" sign and to paint 30 feet of curbing yellow. Swanson indicated that only two parking spots will be lost . Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Robert, moved to authorize Chief Swanson install the sign and paint curbing. Carried 5-0 . Utilities - Administrator Robertson stated that there will be a phone line relocation by US West on Upper 61st Street between Beach Road and Lookout Trial . Robertson stated that this will create some disruption because it requires tearing up part of the street. Parks - Councilmember Robert stated that the next Parks Commission meeting will be held Monday, July 15, 1996 . Re-scheduling the Zoning Ordinance Workshop - Administrator Robertson stated that he received a memo from City Planner Richards stating that he had a conflict with attending the Zoning Ordinance Workshop scheduled Tuesday, July 23, 1996 . Robertson suggested rescheduling the Workshop to Tuesday, August 6, 1996 . Robertson was directed to check with City Planner Richards regarding that date. • S OAK PARK HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES TUESDAY, JULY 9, 1996 Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at 6 : 00 p.m. by Mayor O'Neal . Present : Councilmembers Kern, Schaaf, and Swenson. Councilmember Robert arrived at 6 : 30 p.m. Staff Present : City Administrator Robertson and City Attorney Vierling. Police Chief Swanson arrived at 6 : 30 p.m. Visitor Comments: Dick Thompson of the Metropolitan Council was present to make a presentation on the Metropolitan Council ' s three different options for dealing with growth in the Twin Cities Metro Area in the next 25 years . By 2020 the Met Council projects that the Twin Cities Metro Area will contain 330, 000 new households, 650, 000 more people, and 380, 000 more jobs . Council had a number of questions for Thompson. Thompson requested that the City send the Met Council a letter stating their positions on future growth. Larry Simonson and Joyce Ericson of 14301 57th Street were present regarding the City ordinance requiring vehicles/trailers parked at a residence to be parked on a parking pad. Simonson stated that he has two boats and one utility trailer parked outside of his garage in his back yard. Simonson said he did not want to put a parking pad next to his garage because he would have to remove mature trees and shrubs . Simonson stated that he shares the Council ' s concerns regarding visual blight and proposed various ways for him to store his boats on the property. Mayor O'Neal suggested to Simonson that he present his proposals to the Council by utilizing the Request for Variance process. Department Reports: Police Department - Chief Swanson described the actions of the Safe Sober Task Force and said he was in the process of completing the grant application for 1996/97 . Swanson requested that the Council pass a resolution supporting the Police Department ' s application. Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Schaaf, moved to authorize City Attorney Vierling to prepare a resolution as requested by Chief Swanson. Carried 5-0 . Speed Enforcement Results - Chief Swanson stated that there were 70 citations issued at the latest Safe Sober speed enforcement operation. Hiring Status for Replacement of Retiring Sergeant - Chief Swanson reported that written exams and oral interviews have been completed and an eligibility list has been established in anticipation of finding a replacement upon Sergeant Jorgenson' s retirement . Page 2 - City Cowl Minutes 06/24/97 411410 Department Reports: Police - Police Chief Swanson noted that he was requesting Council support for an application to the United States government for a grant for partial funding for an additional police officer. Swanson stated that Oak Park Heights will need another officer in the near future and noted that the federal grant that would pay up to 50% of the costs for a new officer for the first three years . Swanson said that having a new officer would allow him to send officers to more training which he does not do now due to the increased overtime costs when other officers cover their shifts . Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson, moved to authorize Chief Swanson to apply for the grant . Carried 5-0 . Councilmember Swenson commented on the success of the City' s bike helmet program for children; he said that he saw children that would not wear a helmet before the program wearing one in order to get free shoelaces that the Police Department was handing out . Parks - Councilmember Robert thanked Dan Pepper and the Youth Service Bureau for picking up trash in the parks . She stated that the Parks Commission wants to use the money from the Garden Committee ' s garden sale to buy material to expand the safety material around the playgrounds at Swager and Cover Parks. Councilmember Robert moved, seconded by Beaudet, to use the money from the Garden Committee ' s garden sale to buy safety material for Swager and Cover Parks. Carried 5-0 . Administration - Administrator Robertson reported that Oak Park Heights has broken its record for water pumped in one day. The previous record was one million gallons, the new record was 1.4 million gallons. Robertson also noted that while Oak Park Heights has an adequate water supply the City does have an odd/even watering ban in order to help reduce peaks in usage. 1998 Legislative Policy Committees - Councilmembers Turnquist and Robert noted that they had signed up for the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities revenue committee. Councilmember Beaudet said that he was willing to serve on a League of Minnesota Cities committee. Cable - Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Cable Commission discussed negotiating the next franchise agreement . Water Management Organization - Councilmember Beaudet reported that the Middle St . Croix Water Management Organization will meet June 25, 1997 at 7 : 00 at the Bayport City Hall to discuss the Perro Creek Study. • • OAK PARK HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES, TUESDAY, MAY 27, 1997 Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at 7 : 00 p.m. by Mayor Schaaf . Present : Councilmembers Beaudet, Robert, Swenson and Turnquist . Staff Present : City Administrator Robertson, City Attorney Vierling, Police Chief Swanson, City Engineer Caron, and City Engineer Anderlik. Approval of Agenda: The following items were added to the agenda: 1) Fire/Police Training Permits at MNDOT houses, 2) Resolution of support for annexation petition, and 3) Adjourn to closed session to discuss pending litigation. Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson, moved to approve the agenda as amended. Carried 5-0 . Employee Recognition: The Council recognized Rollie Staberg of the Public Utilities Department for 5 years of service. Visitor Comments: There were no visitors. Department Reports: Police Squad Sale - Chief Swanson requested authorization to dispose of a 1994 Chevrolet Caprice squad car at the Washington County Sheriff ' s auction scheduled June 28, 1997. Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson, moved to authorize the disposal of a 1994 Chevrolet Caprice squad car at the Washington County auction scheduled June 28, 1997. Carried 5-0 . Blind Intersection Signage - Chief Swanson stated that there is a blind intersection near 58th Street and Newberry Avenue and requested authorization to install a "Blind Intersection" sign east of 58th Street and Newberry. Avenue . Council directed City staff coordinate the installation of a "Blind Intersection" sign as requested by Chief Swanson. Grant Application to Hire Police Officer - Chief Swanson discussed applying for a Federal grant which provides funding to cover 50 percent of the cost of a police officer, with a maximum of $25, 000 per year, for three years . Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Robert, moved to authorize Chief Swanson apply for Federal grant program to hire law enforcement officers. Swanson stated that the grant would not cover the entire costs of adding another full-time peace officer position, but he has not calculated the additional cost to the City. Swanson explained adding another full-time officer position would reduce the need for over-time and allow the elimination of the part-time peace officer position. Upon further discussion, Councilmembers Swenson and Robert withdrew their motion and requested that Chief Swanson estimate the cost savings and report back to the Council . 411 4110 Page 3 - CityCoun Minutes 05/27/97 Cable - Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Cable Commission met last week. Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Cable Commission continues to work towards a re-franchising agreement . The Cable Commission is also working on developing a community survey. Oak Park Heights Business Group - Administrator Robertson stated that the OPHBG will meet Wednesday, June 4, 1997 at 7 :30 a.m. The MNDOT Highway 5 Construction Manager will be present to discuss the Highway 5 improvement project . Bridge Report - Administrator Robertson stated that MNDOT reported that the Highway 5 project is continuing on schedule . Mayor Schaaf said that the St . Croix River bridge crossing is still in litigation. Consent Agenda: 1 . Approve Bills and Investments 2 . Approve Council Meeting Minutes - May 13, 1997 3 . Set Public Hearing - Vacation of Holcombe Street - June 10, 1997 4 . Set Public Hearing - General Plan Approval - Proposed Mini- Storage - Action Rental - June 10, 1997 5 . Budget Amendments - Increase Police Department Revenues $1, 235 - Increase Police Department Expenditures $1, 235 6 . Set Public Hearing - Request for Special Home Occupation Permit - James Bonse, 14775 Upper 55th Street - June 24, 1997 Councilmember Turnquist requested pulling Item 3 - Set Public Hearing - Vacation of Holcombe Street - June 10, 1997. Councilmember Beaudet requested pulling Item 6 - Set Public Hearing - Request for Special Home Occupation Permit - James Bonse, 14775 Upper 55th Street - June 24, 1997. Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Beaudet, moved to adopt the Consent Agenda as amended. Carried 5-0 . Councilmember Beaudet asked whether the City of Stillwater has responded to the City's request to vacate Holcombe Street . Robertson stated that he contacted Stillwater regarding the Vacation of Holcombe Street, but had not yet received a response. City Attorney Vierling stated that the City can move forward and any action taken by the Council can be contingent on Stillwater's approval to vacate the street . Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Beaudet, moved to set the Public Hearing for the vacation of Holcombe Street for June 10, 1997. Carried 5-0 . Councilmember Turnquist questioned the nature of Mr. Bonse's Home Occupation Permit. Administrator Robertson stated that Mr. Bonse conducts a minor fiberglass repair business from a back yard shed. Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson, moved to set the Public Hearing for June 24, 1997 to discuss the Request for Special Home Occupation Permit - James Bonse, 14775 Upper 55th Street. Carried 5-0 .