HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-22-08 Council Packet CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
TUESDAY, JANUARY 22, 2008
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
7 :00 P.M.
7:00 p.m. I. Call to Order /Pledge of Allet_Yiance /Approval of At,)cnda
Estimated
tilnes
7:05 p.m. 11. Department /Council Liaison Reports
A. Planning Commission
B. Parks Commission
C. Cable Commission
D. Water Management Organizations
E. Other Liaison /Staff reports
7:10 p.m. III. Visitors /Public Comment
Recycling Award (1)
This is an opportunity for the public to address the Council with questions or concerns on issues not part of
the regular agenda. (Please limit comments to 3 minutes in length.)
7:15 p.m. IV. Consent Agenda (Roll Call Vote)
A. Approve Bills & Investments
B. Approve City Council Minutes — January 8, 2008 (2)
C. Xcel Energy Request for a Permit Under City Ordinance 1110 (3)
7:20 p.m. V. Public Hearinis
None
7:20 p.m. VI. Old Business
A. City Hall Citizen's Advisory Committee (4)
B. Park and Trail Improvements (5)
C. Rental Housing Registration and Inspection Program (information in 1122108
worksession packet)
7:45 pan. VII. New Business
A. first State Bank & Trust Donation to Police Department (6)
B. Resolution for Sitting a Coal Combustion Waste Land (7)
C. Appoint a Non - Voting Representative to the CVB Initial Board of Directors (8)
D. W.A.T.E. Office Park Planned Unit Development Amendment and Site Plan
Review (9)
E. Parks Commission By -Laws (information in 1/22/08 worksession packet)
8:15 p.nl. VIII. Adiournment
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Oak Park Heights .:
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date January 22. 2008
Agenda Item Recvchm- Award Time Required o
Agenda Placement Visitors /Public Comment
Originating Department / Requestor Administration /Jennifer Thoen
Requester's Signature ,k. Vim"
Action Requested Receive Information
Background /Justification (Please indicate any previous action has been taken or if other
public bodies have been advised).
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ilk CITY OF
OAK PARK HEIGHTS
14168 Oak park Boulevard No. • P.O. Bm 2007 • Oak Park Heights, MN 55082 -2007 • Phone': 651/439 -4439 • Fax: 651/439 -0574
January 17, 2008
T & J Levesque
1477456 1h St. North
Oak Park Heights, MN 55082
Dear T & J Levesque:
Thank you for participating in the City's recycling program. As an incentive to recycle and to .
increase fire prevention awareness, the City rewards two residents each month with their choice
of an award of $25.00 or a fire extinguisher and/or smoke detectors).
Your residence was checked on Thursday, January 17, 2008 to determine if you had your
recycling bin out with your regular garbage. Your recycling was out and ready for collection;
therefore, you . are one of this month's winners. Please contact me at 439 -4439 at your
convenience to arrange for delivery of the reward of your choice.
On behalf of the Oak Park Heights City Council, thank you for participating in the City's
recycling program.
Congratuas!
Jeiinifer Thoen
Administrative Secretary/Deputy Clerk
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Oak Park Heights
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date January 22, 2008
Agenda Item Approve City Council Minutes — January 8, 20o8 Time Required o
Agenda Placement Consent
Originating Department / Requestor ._ Administration /Jennifer Thoen
'
Requester s Signature
Action Requested A Drove
Background/ Justification (Please indicate any previous action has been taken or if other
public bodies have been advised).
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CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
7:00 P.M. TUESDAY, JANUARY 8, 2008
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
L Call to Order /Pledge of Allegiance /Approval of ALFenda: The meeting was
called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Beaudet. Present: Councilmembers
Abrahamson, Doerr, McComber and Swenson. Staff present: Administrator
Johnson and City Attorney Vierling. Absent: City Engineer Postler and City
Planner Richards.
Mayor Beaudet added "Minnesota Association of Small Cities" as New Business
Item B and "Dismissal Motion of Sierra Club Lawsuit" as New Business Item C.
Councilmember McComber, seconded by Councilmember Swenson, moved to
approve the Agenda as amended. Carried 5 -0.
II. Department /Council Liaison Reports:
A. Planning Commission: Councilmember Abrahamson reported that the
next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on Thursday, January
17,
B. Parks Commission: Councilmember McComber reported that the Parks
Commission will meet on Monday, .January 28.
C. Cable Commission. Councilmember Doerr reported that the next meeting
of the Cable Commission will be on February 20 at 7:00 p.m. at the
Access Center beginning with their annual meeting and continuing on with
the regular meeting.
D. Water Manap-ement Orp-anizations /Middle St. Croix: Mayor Beaudet
reported that the Middle St. Croix WMO's next meeting is on Thursday.
January 10 at 7:00 p.m. at the Washington Conservation District Office.
E. Other Liaison/Staff Reports: Mayor Beaudet reported that requests to
participate in the Citizen's Committee regarding City I fall need to be
submitted by January 11, 2008. He stated that applications are available at
City Hall and on the City's website.
III. Visitors /Public Comment:
Recvclinv- Award: Administrative Secretary Thoen reported that Bonnie Polichnia
of 5869 Oldfield Avenue North was chosen as the recycling award winner.
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City Council Meeting Minutes
January 8, 2008
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IV. Consent A genda:
A. Approve Bills & Investments
B. Approve City Council Minutes — December 27, 2007
C. Adopt Resolution Approving Professional Consultants for the City of Oak
Park Heights in 2008
D. Adopt Resolutions Designating the Courier News and Stillwater Gazette as
the City of Oak Park Heights' Official Newspapers
E. Approve Resolution Designating 2008 Checking and Bank Depositories
F. Approve 2008 Pay Equity Report and Submission
Councilmember McComber, seconded by Councilmernber Doerr. moved to
approve the Consent Agenda. Roll call vote taken. Carried 5 -0.
V. Public Hearings:
None
VI. Old Business:
None
VII. New Business:
A. Approve Avvointments for 2008: Mayor Beaudet presented Resolution
08 -01 -04 designating the appointments for 2008. Mayor Beaudet,
seconded by Councilmember Doerr, moved to approve the Resolution.
Roll call vote taken. Carried 5 -0.
B. Minnesota Association for Small Cities: Councilmember McComber
reported that she received a letter from the Minnesota Association for
Small Cities stating that they have cut the dues in half for new
memberships. Councilmember McComber, seconded by Mayor Beaudet,
moved to approve an application for membership with fiends for dues
coming from the council contingency fiend. Carried 4 -1, Abrahamson
opposed.
C. Dismissal Motion of Sierra Club Lawsuit: Mayor Beaudet stated that he
received the Federal Government's Memorandum and Motion to Dismiss
and has passed it on to the City Attorney. Councilmember Swenson,
seconded by Mayor Beaudet, moved to direct the City Attorney to draft
and execute a response to the document. Carried 5 -0.
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City Council Meeting Minutes
January 8, 2008
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VIII. Adiournment:
Councilmember McCo3nber, seconded by Councilmember Doerr, moved to
adjourn at 7:08 p.m. Carried 5 -0.
Respectfully submitted, Approved as to Content and Form,
Jennifer Thoen David 13eaudet
Administrative Secretary /Deputy Clerk Mayor
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Oak Park Heights
Request for Council ,Action
Meeting Date January 22, 2008
Time Required: 1 Minute,
Agenda Item Title: Xcel Enerp-v Request for a Permit Under Citv Ordinance I I 10
Agenda Placement Consent Agyend
Originating Department /Reque for /(s on, Citv Administrator
Requester's Signature
Action Requested Avorove Permit Request for 2008 Allowin, the Use of Explosives to De -Slag
Boiler at Xcel King Plant.
Background /Justification (P ease indicate if any previous action has been taken or if other public
bodies have advised):
Darrell Knutson from Xcel Energy has contacted the Cite regarding the RE- ISSUANCE OF A
PERMIT to allow the use of explosives to "deslag" the boiler and other apparatus at the A.S.
King Plant. City Ordinance 1I 0 requires that than City Council issue a permit prior to the use of
any dynamite or other explosive device of this nature.
Last year the City Council approved this in February and directed that f At re renewals, should
be considered by stuff anal, if appropriate placed on the Consent Agenda.
At this tinge, itaff is recommending re- issuance of the Permit subject to the teams and conditions
as approved in 20070
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nerys
1103 King Plant Road
Bayport, Minnesota 55003 -1000
To: City of Oak Park Heights
/
14168 Oak Park Boulevard No.
P.O. Box 2007
Oak Park Heights, MN 55082 -2007
Re Xcel Energy Request for a Permit Renewal Under Ordinance 1110
Dear Council Members and City Staff,
As Plant Director I am respectfully requesting a permit renewal for explosive
cleaning activities; associated with boiler cleaning, for the A. S. King Plant,
located in Oak Park Heights, MN. Plant management came before the Council
on February 20, 2007 for the original issuance of this permit. At the meeting
plant management was requested to submit, for approval, a written request
annually that would be considered on the City of Oak Park Heights, Consent
Agenda.
As was mentioned at the February 20, 2007 meeting, the explosive cleaning
cannot be heard outside of the plant proper. Explosive cleaning is performed
under the strictest of supervision and in compliance with all Xcel Energy safety
rules and regulations. All blasting contractors used for this service apply for and
receive a Washington County Permit, which also runs on an annual basis. I am
including with this request a copy of the current Explosive Cleaning Policy
document that is in force and is issued to the contractor prior to cleaning
activities occurring. This document has the contact information the contractor is
required to comply with.
I hope this meets the needs of the City and if there is any additional requirements
or if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
Sincerely,
b
Mark J. Fritsch, Plant Director
651- 731 -5703
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EXPLOSIVE CLEANING POLICY
ALLEN S. KING PLANT
1103 King Plant Road
Bayport, MN 55003
651- 731 -5743 (Duty Plant Production Supervisor)
Purpose:
To assure explosive cleaning events are in compliance with all governmental
agencies and associated departments, i.e. fire, police and sheriff. To assure
proper agencies are aware of activities to support the plant in the event of need.
Practice and procedure:
Before the explosive cleaning activities can begin the following notifications must
be made and appropriate permits acquired.
A. S. King plant holds a permit at the City of Oak Park Heights, MN, in
accordance with city Blastinq Ordinance #1110. This plant permit runs annually
from February 20 of each year. The plant procures the permit and the vendor is
responsible for all required notifications.
• This permit requires Citv of Oak Park Heights notification, a minimum of
48 hours in advance, of actual blastina event. Notification must include:
1. Name and address of the applicant (Vendor)
2. Scheduled time of blasting start
3. Expected duration of blasting event (in days and/or hours)
4. Copy of blasting service provider's safety procedures
5. Name and phone number of blasting service provider's contact
person
The contact information for the City of Oak Park Heights, MN is:
Position of City Administrator: 651 - 439 -4439
(Currently held by Eric Johnson)
Fax number: 651- 439 -0575
Mailing Address: 14168 Oak Park Boulevard N.
P.O. Box 2007
Oak Park Heights, MN 55082 -2007
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Washington County, MN requires every blasting contractor hired by A. S. King
plant, for the purpose of explosive cleaning services acquire a permit. The
permit obtained by the contractor is valid for one year from the date of issuance.
The county requires a minimum of 10 days to complete background
investigations to provide such a permit. All prospective blasting contractors
should procure this permit in advance of accepting contract work.
A copy of the County Ordinance, number: a120.05 is included at the end of this
directive. Explosive Cleaning Vendor is Responsible for obtainincl this
Permit.
The point of Contact at the Washington County Sheriff's office is:
Sgt. Brent Olson
Patrol Division
Phone: 651 - 430 -7883
Washington County Sheriff, general administration number is: 651- 430 -7600
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All A. S. Kina Plant Safety and Ooeratina procedures must be followed at all
times. Appropriate signage, barriers and warning horn signals will be adhered to.
Please coordinate explosive activities with the Safety Coordinator at King Plant.
Safety Coordinator Telephone: 651- 731 -5710
Plant Office Fax number: 651 -731 -7305
Plant Mailing Address:
A. S. King Plant
1103 King Plant Road
Bayport, MN 55003
Contact Phone Numbers:
Washinqton Countv Sheriff: 651 - 435 -7883,
Cit of Oak Park Heiqhts Chief of Police: 651- 439 -4439 (non- emergenc
Bavoort Fire Chief: 651- 275 -4401 (ext: 51
Additional Contact Numbers if needed:
Plant Director: 651- 731 -5703
Manager of Engineering and Technical Support: 651 -731 -5707
Plant Production Supervisor on Duty: 651 - 731 -5743
Plant Shift Engineer on Duty: 651-731-5717
Plant Coordinator /Scheduler: 651 - 731 -5736
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;!WASHINGTON Administration Division
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'SUBJECT: EXPLOSIVES PERMITS
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I. POLICY
The Washington County Sheriff's Office shall process permits to acquire, store
and use explosives.
II. RESPONSIBILITIES
The Sheriff or designee are responsible for following these procedures.
111. DEFINITION
Exr)losive:Any compound or mixture, the primary or common purpose of which is
to function by explosion; that is substantially instantaneous release of gas and
heat; but shall not mean or include the components for hand loading rifle, pistol,
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and shotgun ammunition, nor shall it include any fertilizer product possessed,
used or sold solely for a legitimate agricultural, forestry, conservation, or
horticulture purpose.
IV. PROCEDURES
A. The Sheriff's Office will accept applications from persons who intend to
purchase, transport, store or use explosives in Washington County, provided that
the applicant does not intend to store or use the explosives in a city which is
served by a full -time Police Department. City applicants will be advised to contact
their Chief of Police.
B. Applications to acquire, store or use explosives shall be maintained in the
reception area of the Law Enforcement Center by the clerical staff assigned.
C. All applicants shall complete the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension form
number BCA -04 -039.
1. The application must be signed.
2. The applicant shall provide a photo identification at the time of application.
D. When a completed application is received, the clerical staff assigned shall
date the application and forward the documents to the Sheriff's designated
authority for processing.
E. The designated authority will be responsible for the following procedures:
1. Generate an I.C.R.
a. Enter the officer information as the complainant and the Sheriffs Office as the
location on the ICR.
b. Complete the Complainant Comments section of the ICR to read; Application
to acquire, store or use explosives, as appropriate.
c. Enter the complete applicant information in the name file.
d. Complete the officer comments section of the ICR to indicate that the
application documents have been received.
2. Complete the Request for Criminal History Check and forward to the
Communications Center for entry.
3. Request a check of medical records when appropriate.
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4. Request a check of mental health and or /chemical dependency treatment
records from the Minnesota Department of Human Resources.
5. Determine if the applicant is prohibited from possessing explosives.
F. Upon completion of the permit application process, complete the Complainant
Comments on the ICR to read; Permit to acquire, store or use explosives:
Approved (or Denied), enter permit number and the expiration date.
1. When the application is approved, sign the permit, add any restrictions, and
return the permit to the clerk assigned to be mailed to the applicant.
2. When the application is denied, prepare a letter to the applicant which outlines
the reason for denial and forward it to the applicant.
G. The complete application and all supporting documents will be retained in the
case file.
1. The Designated Authority shall complete the officer comments section of the
ICR to indicate the final status of the application.
2. Any special concerns regarding the investigation may be documented on an
incident report.
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CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
5.00 P.M. 'TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2007
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
1. Call to Order. The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Mayor Beaudet.
Present: Councilmembers Abrahamson, Doerr, MCComber and Swenson. Staff
present: Administrator Johnson, City Attorney Vierling. ,absent: None.
11. Xcel Energy Requcst for a Permit Under Ordinance 1 110:
Brief discussion was held with Xcel representatives Darrell Knutson and Mark
Fritsche concerning plans to use explosives to perform maintenance at the King
Plant. Mr. Knutson assured the Council that the explosives would not be heard
from outside the plant. Mayor Beaudet requested an addition to the staff
recommendations stating that the contractor will follow industry standards for use
and safety of the explosives. Mayor Beaudet also suggeste =cel �i each
December for an annual permit request for approval on Consent Agen a ch
January.
Mayor Beaudet, seconded by Councilmember Abrahamson, moved to approve the
staff recommendations with the two additions discussed. Carried 5 - 0.
ill. Adiournment.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded. by Councilmember Mc.Comber, moved to
adjourn at 5:05 p.m. Carried 5 - 0.
Respectfully submitted, Approved as to Content and Form,
Julie Johnson David Beaudet
Administrative Secretary Mayor
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Oak Park Heights
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date January 22, 2008
Agenda Item Citv Hall Citizen's Committee Time Required 10
Agenda Placement Old Business
Originating Department /Requestor Mayor Beaudet
Requester's Signature
Action Requested Review and approve appointments
Background /Justification (Please indicate any previous action has been taken or if other
public bodies have been advised).
On the back of this request you will find a list of the 2008 regular meeting dates for the City Council.
There are a few conflicts to discuss:
The appointments for the citizen building will be presented at the City Council Meeting.
1. 3 or 4 citizens
2. Planning Commission Member
3. Parks Commission Member
4. 2 Council Members
The proposed meeting dates are as follows:
January 29, 2008
February 5, 2008
February 19, 2008
March 4, 2008
March 18, 2008
April 1, 2008 — Final Meeting and recommendation to the City Council.
Meeting times: 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Propose that $20,000 from the general fund reserve be allotted for Buetow & Associates'
Services. These funds are to prepare sketches and appropriate additional documentation as
needed to support the committee.
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(2007 Rates)
Professional Services are compensated at the following hourly rates (if applied):
Principal $ 125
Project Manager $115
Project Architect $110
Project Designer $ 90
Drafter 1111 $80190
Secretary $ 50
Buetow and Associates' Reimbursable Expenses incurred on behalf of a project are as follows:
Computer Plots $20.00 per sheet
Facsimile Transmissions $2.00 per sheet
Messenger Service at cost
Mileage $.48 per mile
Photo copying $.15 per 8 1/2 x 11 sheet
Postage at cost
Printing of Bid Documents at cost
Reproduction of Drawings $3.00 per sheet
tel 651 483 -6701 fax 651 483 -2574 www.buetowarchitects.com Page 18 of 46
Oak Park Heights
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date January 22, 2008
Time Required: 5 minutes
Agenda Item Title: Park and Trail Immovements
Agenda Placement Old Busine V
Originating; Department/Re des s c Johnson, Citv Administrator
Requester's Signature
Action Requested Discussion, v ssible action
Background /Justification ( leas indicate if any previous action has been taken or if other public
bodies have advised):
L
At the Dec 27` City Council meeting, the Council approved the preparation of plans and specifications
for various park & trail improvement projects. At this time Dennis Postler is prepared to begin these
preparations in earnest, but has prepared some cost estimates for these. Considering the magnitude of
the dollars involved for construction, I felt it was wise to bring the list and their estimates back for a bit
of further discussion and possibly a narrowing dawn of projects.
The 2008 Budgeted Projects fund has $240,000 allocated for various park and trail projects and at this
time there is approximately $300,000 in unallocated funds in the Budgeted Projects account — this
includes $ 124,000 (estimated) from 2007 carryover.
Please recall that the City Council priorities were:
® concreting of the hockey rink at Brekke Park with an alternate to pave some of the recreational skating; area;
® recto the tennis courts at Swager Park with an alternate to lout lighting in;
® Install the Valley View Park trail front 58 " Street over to Valley View Park with alternates being a trail to connect
to the existing Xcel Energy trail and removal of the wood retaining steps at Valley View, and another alternate
being a bridge over the ravine going to Valley View versus filling in.
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Tel 651- 636 -4000
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January 16, 2008
Mr. Eric Johnson BOM OO
City Administrator
City of Oak Park Heights
14168 Oak Park Blvd., P.O. Box 2007
Oak Park Heights, MN 55082 -2007
Re: 2008 Trails and Park Improvements
Conceptual Cost Estimates
BRA File No. 55 -08 -000
Dear Eric:
As directed, we have estimated the costs for various trail and park improvement projects throughout the
City of Oak Park Heights, Improvements are identified at Brekke Park, Swagger Park and Valley View Park.
A detailed description of each improvement is identified in your memo of January 7, 2008 and summarized
on the attached Preliminary Cost Estimate.
The table below summarizes the total cost for the improvements at each park. The low end of the range is
for the base improvements as identified by City Staff and the high end includes the cost of all the alternates.
The total cost range includes preliminary survey, engineering design and construction administration. (The
attached Preliminary Cost Estimate identifies the total cost for each improvement identified at the parks.)
Park Total Cost Range*
Brekke Park $184,800- $432,000
Swagger Park $100,800 - $130,800
Valley View Park $560,000- $729,600
*Soil Borings are not included in the estimate.
This estimate was done based on visual observations performed at each snow covered park in January 08.
Per the memo of January 7, 2008 it was requested that all trail improvements be ADA compliant. Prior to
confirmation that the trails can meet ADA standards it will be necessary to perform a preliminary survey of
the sites. It may be necessary to switchback the trails to meet ADA standards, specifically for the
improvements at Brekke Park (Identified as Project number Alternate 1 B on the attached table.)
If you have any questions or require additional information, please contact me at (651) 604 -4788 or Dennis
Postler at (651) 604 -4815.
Sincerely,
BONESTROO
Karen S. Erickson, P.E.
St. Rid
cc: Scott Richards, City Planner St. Cloud
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City of Oak Park Heights
2008 Trail and Park Improvements
Preliminary Cost Estimate
17-Jan-08
Estimated Engineering Estimate Total
Project Number Project Description Summary Construction Cost Fees* Cost **
Improvements at Brekke Park
1 Placement of a concrete hockey rink at Brekke Park 5154,000 $30,800 $184,800
Alternate 1A Placement of a concrete pleasure rink at Brekke Park 598,000 $19,600 $117,600
Alternate 1A.1 Placement of 112 concrete pleasure rink at Brekke Park $54,000 $10,800 $64,800
Installation of new bituminous walkway /trail from the parking lot at
Alternate 1 B Brekke Park to the south side of the Brekke Park Shelter. 527,000 55,400 $32,400
Installation of a new 8' wide bituminous trail from Brekke Park through
the property at 5502 Osgood Ave. to a point along Osgood Ave, directly
Alternate 1C adjacent to Upper 55th Street. $81,000 $16,200 $97,200
Improvements at Swagger Park
Replacement of the tennis courts at Swagger Park, including replacement
2 of the fencing, net posts and a new practice wall. 584,000 S16,800 $100,800
Installation of a lighting system at the Tennis Courts at Swagger Park.
Alternate 2A This system would be on a timing system. $25,000 $5,000 $30,000
Improvements at Valley View Park
Installation of a bituminous trail from Valley View Park northerly to the
Project 3 intersection of Ozark Ave. and 58th Street N. $467,000 $93,400 $560,400
cQ Installation of a bituminous trail from the intersection of Ozark Ave. and
N Alternate 3A 58th Street to the Xcel Energy Fly ash trail. $74,000 $ 14,800 $88,800
o Replacement of the retaining wall that surrounds the eastern and
+1 Alternate 3B southern sides of the Valley View Park Shelter $67,000 $13,400 $80,400
rn *Estimated at 20% of construction cost for budgetary purposes
* *Soil borings are not included in the estimate
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Oak Park Hei
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date --- January 22. 2008 Time Required: 2 min.
Agenda Item Title - - -- -First State Bank & Trust - Donation to Police Dept.
Agenda Placement - - - - -- -New Business
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Originating Department/Requestor --- Police Dept./ Chief Lindy Swanson
Requester's Signature
Action Requested—Resolution to Accept $250.00 Donation
Background /Justification (Please indicate if any previous action has been taken or if other public
bodies have advised):
Once again, The first State Bank & Trust has been considerate enough to forward a $250.00 donation
to the Oak Park Heights Police Dept. This donation will be utilized either to assist us in purchasing
items for Community Safety Education or to enhance training material for the members of the police
dept. I simply need authorization, by resolution, to accept this donation
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RESOLUTION 08 -01 -06
CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
WASHINGTON COUNTY MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE RECEIPT OF A DONATION FROM
FIRST STATE BANK & TRUST AND DIRECTING THE FUNDS TO BE
UTILIZED BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, Oak Park Heights business, First State Bank & Trust wishes to
donate two - hundred and fifty dollars ($250.00) to the City of Oak Park Heights Police
Department; and,
WHEREAS, the City of Oak Park Heights is grateful for First State Bank &
Trust's donation and concern for their community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Oak Park Heights that the City shall accept First State Bank & Trust's donation and that
the Police Department of the City is authorized to expend such funds for the purposes of
enhancing the Department.
Passed by the City Council for the City of Oak Park Heights this 22 " day of
January, 2008.
David Beaudet, Mayor
Attest:
Eric Johnson, City Administrator
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Oak Park Heights
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date January 22, 2008
Agenda Item Resolution for Sitting a Coal Combustion Waste Land Time Required 10_
Agenda Placement New Business
Originating DepartmentlRequestor Mayor Beaudet
Requester's Signature
Action Requested Discuss, make necessary changes, and have staff complete the Resolution for
approval at February 11, 2008 Citv Council Meeting
Background /Justification (Please indicate any previous action has been taken or if other
public bodies have been advised).
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RESOLUTION 08-02-
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING A COAL COMBUSTION WASTE
LONG -TERM DISPOSAL METHOD
..............
WHEREAS; the generation of electricity with coal results in the coal combustion waste
product of fly ash, and
WHEREAS; fly ash is captured in the hot gas produced by burning coal and removed
from the air we breathe, and
WHEREAS; fly ash is made up of many elemental chemicals that should not be released
into the environment, and
WHEREAS; fly ash disposal sites are intended to be permanent, and
WHEREAS; the need to create coal ash storage facilities intended to prevent elemental
chemicals from reaching the environment for thousands of years can only be reduced by
reducing society's dependence on coal- generated electricity; and
WHEREAS; replacing coal generated electricity with generation facilities owned by
Minnesota citizens that harvest renewable energy resources in Minnesota will reduce the need
for coal ash landfill storage as well as provide a host of additional local economic development
and environmental benefits; and
WHEREAS; the financial health of Xcel Energy is dependent on maintaining and
increasing the sales of electricity, including electricity generated from coal combustion, thereby
creating a perverse incentive that rewards coal ash production and the need for more coal ash
landfills rather than the efficient use of electrical energy, and
WHEREAS; the proposed basic dry cell construction method with a bottom clay liner,
60 nail. impervious geomernbrane liner, leachate collection system, 40 nail. impervious
geornembrane cap, and monitoring systems, will provide a long -term safe storage solution for
elemental chemicals, and
WHEREAS; the proposed dry cell construction method must include a long -term
method of testing the storage cell to ensure that no water has entered the cell. The materials that
create the leachate collection system must last many years to determine the replacement rate of
the top impervious cap, and
WHEREAS; if the dry storage cell were to fill with water and leak, the travel time of the
leachate to a detection monitoring well must be designed to be as short as possible, and
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WHEREAS: if the dry storage cell were to fill with water and leak, the travel time of the
leachate to a well or surface water body must be as many years as possible, acid
WHEREAS; Xcel Energy, and all future owners of Xcel Energy, are to be liable for the
fly ash disposal site. The State of Minnesota, as grantor of the permit, must monitor the disposal
site in the best interest of the public. Xcel Energy must conform to all applicable current Federal
and State laws governing the disposal of fly ash.
NOW, THEREFORE., BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Oak Park Heights supports
the dry storage method as the best available technology to safely store fly ash for
approximately 50 years.
FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED that there is a need to identify critical pathways
associated with failure modes of the engineered or natural barrier systems. To conduct
performance assessments that would demonstrate the probability that contamination would be
contained within the property boundaries at Xcel Energy landfill site, at the 10,000 year mark;
and
FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Oak Park Heights recommends that the
incentive structure compensation Xcel Energy for providing electric utility services be reformed
to reward the efficient use of electrical energy, rather that its consumption, including its wasteful
consumption; and
FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Oak Park Heights recommends that
Xcel Energy be further encouraged, required to, and rewarded for intensifying its efforts to
replace coal generation capacity with community -based renewable energy development; and
FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Oak Park Heights will continue to
function, with a commitment of ongoing support from Xcel Energy, through the conclusion of
the A.S. King Ash Landfill Sitting Process, for the purpose of ensuring that potential host
communities and the ultimate host community are not isolated, have access to the technical and
analytical expertise required to protect their interests, and that the intent of this Resolution is
fulfilled to the greatest extent possible.
Passed by the City Council for the City of Oak Park Heights this 1 I °i day of February,
2008.
David Beaudet, Mayor
Attest:
Eric Johnson, City Administrator
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Oak Park Heights
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date January 22 "d 2008
Time Required: 3 minutes
Agenda Item Title: Appoint a Non-Votinu Representative to the CVB Initial Board of Director
Agenda Placement New Business
Originating Departrnent/Reqix6 stor Eric Johnson, Citv Administrator
Requester's Signature
Action Requested Aimoint a� Non-Votinia Member to CVB Board
Background/Justification (P ' lease indicate if any previous action has been taken or if other public
bodies have advised):
The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce has requested that the City appoint a non-voting
member to the initial Board of Directors that will oversee the Convention and Visitor Bureau and the
management of the generated room tax revenues.
At this time, it is my understanding that the CVB by-laws remain in draft form, but can now be
finalized with the filing of the incorporation documents. I have asked that the CVB consider that the
five-member board have two voting members from the City as opposed to only one and that they
establish a series of reasonable benchmarks to gauge success as this will aid in possible future renewal
requests of the 'room tax',
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GREATER STILLWATER P0. Box 546 ° 1.06 S. Main Street • S illvalcx, IMN 5508
Clamber of Commerce Phone (651) 439 -4001 • Fax: (651) 439 - 4035
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January 9, 2008
City of Oak Park Heights
Mayor David Beaudet
City Administrator Eric Johnson
14168 Oak Park Boulevard North
PO Box 2007
Oak Park Heights, MN 55082
Mayor Beaudet and City Administrator Johnson,
The organizing body for this area's Convention and Visitors Bureau, in cooperation with the
Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce, requests the City of Oak Park Heights appoint a
non- voting representative to the initial Board of Directors. Chuck Daugherty has agreed to serve
as the voting lodging representative from Oak Park Heights.
The initial Board will sign and file the Articles of Incorporation, develop by -laws for the
organization, and serve until the permanent Board is elected.
If you have questions, please don't hesitate to contact us for more information.
Sincerely,
J nif verson Steve Rohl
Executive Director, Greater Stillwater Chamber Owner, Super 8
Phone: 651- 439 -4001 Phone: 651- 430 -3990
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The undersigned incorporators are individuals 18 years of age or older and adopt the following
articles of incorporation to form a nonprofit corporation (Chapter 317A).
The name of this corporation shall be Stillwater & Oak Park Heights Convention & Visitor Bureau.
The place in Minnesota where the principal office of the corporation is to be located at
2190 Frontage R oad West, Stillw Mamesota 55082.
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This corporation is a business organization as specified in Section 501(c)(6) of the Internal Revenue Code,
or the corresponding section of any future federal tax code.
The purpose of this corporation is to market and promote the Stillwater and Oak Park Heights
areas as business and leisure travel destinations.
At all times the following shall operate as conditions restricting the operations and activities of the corporation:
No part of the net earning of the organization shaU inure to the benefit o£, or be distributable to its members,
trustees, officers, or other private persons, except that organizations shall be authorized and empowered to pay
reasonable compensation for services rendered and to make payments and distributions in furtherance of the
purpose set forth in the purpose clause hereof.
No substantial part of the activities of the corporation shall constitute the carrying on of propaganda or otherwise
attempting to influence legislation, or any initiative or referendum before the public, and the corporation shall not
participate in, or intervene in (including by publication or distribution of statements), any political campaign on
behalf of, or in opposition to, any candidate for public office.
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this document, the organization shall not carry on any other activities not
permitted to be carried on by an organization exempt from federal income tax under Section 501(c)(6) of the
Internal Revenue Code or corresponding section of any future tax code, or by an organization, contributions to
which are deductible under section 170(c)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code,
�^ J/ or corresponding section of any future tax code.
This organization shall have members. The eligibility, rights and obligations of the members will be
determined by the orgai-&zation's bylaws.
The management of the affairs of the corporation shall be vested in a board of directors, as defined by the
corporation's bylaws. No director shall have any right, title, or interest in or to any property of the corporation.
The number of directors constituting the initial board of directors is eight; their names and addresses are as follows:
Steve Roll Jeff Stanton
2190 Frontage Road West, Stillwater, MN 2200 Frontage Road West, Stillwater, MN
Chuck Dougherty Jerry 11ch
15330 58th Street forth, Oak Park I leights, MN 303 Fourth Street North, Stillwater, MN
Kevin Shields David Beaudet
102 Second Street North, Stillwater, MN 19168 Oak Park Boulevard, Oak Park Heights, MN
Ken Harycki Sheryl E- Marshall
216 Fourth Street North, Stillwater, MN 206 Second Street South, Hudson, WI
Members of the initial board of directors shall serve until the first annual cnneetin , at which their successors
will be duly elected and qualified, or removed as provided in tl oge.31 of 46
No member, officer, or director of this corporation shall be personally liable for the debts or obligations of this
corporation of any nature whatsoever, nor shall any of the property of the members, officer,
or directors be subject to die payment of the debts or obligations of this corporation.
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The duration of the corporate existence shall be perpetual until dissolution.
Upon the dissolution of the organization, assets of the corporation shall be distributed for one or more
exempt purposes within the meaning of Section 501(c)(6) of the Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding
section of any future federal tax code, or shall be distributed to die federal government,
or to a state or V ocal government, for a public purpose.
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In witness whereof, we, the undersigned, have hereunto subscribed our names for the purpose of forming the
corporation under the laws of the State of Minnesota and certify we executed these
Articles of Incorporation this 16th day of January of 2008.
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Steve Roll, President
Stillwater Super 8
2190 Frontage Road West, Stillwater, Minnesota f' �
I nto "vice President
Country Inn & Suites
2200 Frontage Road West '1 Ata
Z ek ghe rty, TreastYrer
Cover Park Manor
15330 58th Strec orth, Oak Park Haight Minnesota
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crry H Berger, Se tary
Aurora Staples In
303 'our i Street North, Stil er in 3 sots
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Lowell Inn
d att North, Stilhv nnesota
David Beaudet
Mayor, City of Oak Park I plats
14'168 Oak Park Boulevard, Oak I-ieights, Minnesota
an Harycki
1 ayor, City of Stillwater
216 F rt Street North, Stillwater, h nesota
` Sh 1 E- Marshall
Vice Press cy t, Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce
206 Second Street South, Hudson, Wisconsin
Oak Park Heights
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date January 22, 2008
Time Required: 10 Minutes
Agenda Item Title: W.A.T.E. Office Park Planned Unit Development Amendment and Site Plan,
Review
Agenda Placement New Business%
Originating Department/Re estoi Eric Johnson, Citv Administrator
Requester's Signature I t
r
Action Requested Anbrove elution
i
Background /Justification (Pie indicate if any previous action has been taken or if other public
bodies have advised):
Please see enclosed from Scott Richards, City Planner
I . Planners report - dated January 8, 2008 (attachments may be found in the
January w-- Planning Commission Packet)
2. Final Planning Commission Resolution — unsigned
3. Proposed City Council Resolution
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1 NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTANTS, INC.
F 0 .
4500 Olson Memorial Highway, Suite 202, Golden Valley, MN 55422
Y Telephone: 763.231.2555 Facsimile; 763.231.2561 planners @nacplanning.com
PLANNING REPORT
TO: Eric Johnson
FROM: Scott Richards
DATE: January 8, 2008
RE: Oak Park Heights — W.A.T.E. Office Park PUD, Planned Unit
Development Amendment and Site Plan Review
FILE NO: 798.02 — 07.12
BACKGROUND
W.A.T.E. Enterprises Inc. has submitted revised site and building plans for the
construction of a two story office /warehouse building and cold storage building at 5570
Memorial Avenue North within the existing W.A.T.E. Office Park. The request is for a
PUD, Planned Unit Development amendment and site plan review.
The subject site is currently vacant and is zoned B -3, Highway Business and
Warehousing District. In December of 2006, the City Council approved the PUD,
concept and general and a minor subdivision to construct two office warehouse
buildings and one cold storage building on the same lot. The change in the site plan
and buildings has been driven by the expanding needs of Zintl, Inc. The company has
outgrown their current facility and the proposed building and storage area are designed
to meet their long term needs.
Attached for reference:
Exhibit 1: Existing Conditions/ Exhibit 9: Front and Side Elevation
Removal Plan Exhibit 10: Side Elevations
Exhibit 2: Layout Plan Exhibit 11: Site and Rear Elevations
Exhibit 3: Grading Plan Exhibit 12: Rear Elevations
Exhibit 4: Utility Plan Exhibit 13: Side Elevations
Exhibit 5: Landscape Plan Exhibit 14: Office Warehouse
Exhibit 6: Campus Parking Plan Floor Plans
Exhibit 7: Site and Building Data Exhibit 15: Floor Plans
Exhibit 8: Front Building Elevation/ Exhibit 16: Floor Plans
Monument Sign Exhibit 17: Floor Plans
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Exhibit 18: Storage Building Elevations Exhibit 22: Approved Site Plan 2006
Exhibit 19: Trash Enclosure Exhibit 23: City Engineer's Comments
Exhibit 20: Lighting Photometrics Exhibit 24: City Arborist's Comments
Exhibit 21: Light Fixture Specifications
ANALYSIS
Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive Plan guides the subject site for highway
oriented business and warehouse uses and, as such, the proposed office warehouse
use is in compliance with the Comprehensive Plan.
Zoning. The subject site is currently zoned B -3, Highway Business and Warehousing
District. The applicant is proposing to have general office, warehousing and cold
storage uses occupy the available spaces in the proposed buildings. The applicant is
requesting approval of a PUD in order to allow for a shared parking arrangement
amongst the proposed new buildings and the existing buildings within the office
campus. The purpose of a PUD is to allow for greater flexibility in the design of
neighborhoods or other sites and is intended to encourage, among other things, a more
desirable environment than would be possible through the strict application of the City's
zoning and subdivision regulations.
Lot and Setback Provisions. The proposed buildings and site design meet the
required lot area and setback standards for the B -3 District.
As stated in Section 401.15.)=.4.h.17, the parking area setback is 10 feet for all uses
except single and two- family uses. The site plan indicates a parking area setback of at
least 10 feet from all property lines.
Project Description. The project consists of an office warehouse building and a cold
storage building. In the larger building, the office area is 10,370 square feet and the
warehouse area is 33,650 square feet. The storage building will be 6,800 square feet.
The existing campus requires 266 stalls and there currently are 368 stalls in place.
Cross easements are in place to address parking needs of the business campus.
Overall, the site will have 33 percent green space.
Access. The applicant is proposing one ingress /egress driveway off of Memorial
Avenue North. The proposed access is adequately separated from the existing
driveways north and south of the subject property. The site plan indicates a minimum of
24 foot drive aisles along the building sides and a 30 foot drive aisle within the parking
area at the front of the building.
Impervious Surfaces. Section 401.300.G of the Zoning Ordinance requires that all
lots within the B -3 District maintain at least 20 percent of the total lot area as green
space. According to the submitted site plans, with the addition of the two new buildings
and parking areas, the entire campus will have a total of 33 percent green space, which
is consistent with Zoning Ordinance requirements.
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Off - Street Parking. The proposed buildings will add a total of 10,730 square feet of
office space, 33,650 square feet of warehouse, and 6,800 square feet of cold storage.
The required parking for the subject site is as follows:
Office 10,730 square feet X .9 = 9,657 - 200 = 48 + 3 = 51 parking stalls
Warehouse 33,650 square feet X.9 = 30,285 _ 1,500 = 20 parking stalls
Storage 6,800 square feet X .9 = 6,120 _ 1,500 = 4 parking stalls
TOTAL REQUIRED 75 parking stalls
The number of stalls required for the existing campus is 266. With this final phase, the
campus will require, by ordinance standards, a total of 341 stalls. The applicant is
proposing to construct 36 stalls at this time, two of which are disability accessible.
Another 26 stalls are shown on the plans as proof of parking. The subject site will have
a total of 62 stalls with the proof of parking proposed. The site has adequate area to
accommodate the required 75 stalls if necessary.
In total, after construction and with proof of parking, the campus will have a total of 430
stalls, while 341 stalls are required. All of the parking proposed will be constructed to
Zoning Ordinance size standards.
Lighting. The applicant has submitted a lighting plan including the proposed
photometric plan for the site. The lighting plan indicates that the exterior lights'
illumination will extend beyond the site's property lines on the north and south. The
subject site is adjacent to commercial /industrial properties that are jointly owned and
operated to the north which is allowable. The lighting plan will need to be revised so
that the illumination of the south property line does not exceed 0.4 foot candles.
The parking lot fixtures are a full cut off shoebox type. The applicant has installed 25
foot pole lights. The total height of the pole and fixture shall not exceed 25 feet. The
building mounted lights are also full cut off and are to be mounted at 24 feet. There will
be no lighting on the west side of the property and the storage building, which is
adjacent to residential properties.
Trash Enclosures. The applicant is proposing a 384 square foot enclosed recycling
and trash storage addition located along the northerly property line adjacent to 5612
Memorial Avenue North. In addition, there is a 468 square foot storage area adjacent to
the trash recycling building. The storage area is proposed to be enclosed with six feet
chain link fence with vertical vinyl strips. That fencing material is not allowed. Building
materials to match the adjacent buildings would be required for this storage area.
Grading, Drainage and Utilities. Preliminary construction plans have been submitted.
All grading, drainage and utility plans are subject to the review and approval of the City
Engineer. Drainage plans are subject to review of the Brown's Creek Watershed
District.
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Landscaping. The applicant has submitted a landscape plan, Kathy Wdin, the City
Arborist, has made comments on the plan in a January 2, 2008 memo, as attached.
The landscape plan shall be subject to the review and approval of the City Arborist.
Fuel Pumps /Underground Fuel Storage. At the northwest corner of the site, the
applicant has proposed underground fuel tanks and two fuel pumps. Only the two
pumps will be visible. Placement of the underground fuel storage shall be subject to all
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency requirements and permitting.
Fencing /Gate. The plans indicate a fence and gate between 5610 Memorial Avenue
North and the proposed office warehouse building. The applicant should provide plans
and identify materials for the fence and gate, subject to City staff approval.
Signage. The applicant is proposing a monument sign at the entrance drive from
Memorial Avenue North. The sign is proposed at six feet in height and will have
approximately 24 square feet of sign area. The applicant will need to indicate how the
sign face will be lit.
No other building signage is proposed at this time. All wall signage shall be subject to
the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance with City staff approval.
Building Design. The office /warehouse building is proposed to be two stories in
height with a mixture of glass, pre -cast concrete and stucco. The main entrance is set
off from the remaining portions of the building by the use of stucco and a raised roof
section. The applicant is proposing a dark reflective glass material for the windows.
Building material samples will be available at the Planning Commission meeting for
review and approval. The design of the storage building has not changed from the
previous plan and will be constructed of pre -cast concrete.
The office warehouse building is proposed to be 33 feet, 10 inches at the highest point,
compliant with the 35 foot height limit in the B -3 District. The proposed buildings will be
consistent in appearance with the existing buildings in the W.A.T.E. Office Park. The
buildings are consistent with the requirements of the B -3 District and the City's Design
Guidelines.
CONCLUSION 1 RECOMMENDATION
The applicant has submitted the necessary materials for the proposed application. The
proposed use and site design are consistent with the requirements of the Zoning
Ordinance and the direction of the Comprehensive Plan. Based on the information
contained in this report, our office recommends approval of the requested PUD concept
and general plan review, and site plan of the W.A.T.E. Office Park project, subject to
the following conditions:
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1. The grading, drainage and utility plans are subject to the review and approval of
the City Engineer. The drainage plans are subject to review of the Brown's
Creek Watershed District.
2. The proposed signage for the site shall be consistent with Section 401.15.G of
the Zoning Ordinance. A sign permit shall be obtained prior to the erection of
any signs on the subject site subject to approval of City staff.
3. Landscaping plans shall be subject to the review and approval of the City
Arborist.
4. All lighting fixtures shall be full cut off and be consistent with the lighting
requirements found in Section 401.15.8.7 of the Zoning Ordinance. The lighting
fixtures shall not exceed a height of 25 feet and the lighting plan shall be revised
so that the illumination of the south property line does not exceed 0.4 foot
candles.
5. There shall be no freestanding or building lighting on the west side of the
property and storage building.
6. The trash enclosure storage area shall be enclosed with building materials to
match the adjacent buildings. Plans for the revised enclosure shall be submitted
for City staff review and approval.
7. Placement of the underground fuel storage shall be subject to review and
approval of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). The applicant shall
provide the City written approval of the fuel storage facility from the MPCA.
8. The applicant shall provide plans and identify materials for the security fence and
gate.
9. The design and buildings materials of the office /warehouse building and storage
building shall be subject to the review and approval of the Planning Commission.
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A RECOMMENDING RESOLUTION
OF THE
PLANNING COMMISSION
CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA
A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING FINDINGS OF FACT AND
RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY COUNCIL THAT THE
REQUEST BY W.A.T.E. ENTERPRISES INC. FOR A
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AMENDMENT AND
SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR REVISED SITE AND BUILDING PLANS
FOR CONSTRUCTION OF AN OFFICE /WAREHOUSE BUILDING AND
COLD STORAGE BUILDING AT 5570 MEMORIAL AVENUE NORTH
WITHIN THE EXISTING W.A.T.E. OFFICE PARK
SHOULD BE APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS
WHEREAS, the City of Oak Park Heights has received a request from W.A.T.E.
Enterprises Inc. for a Planned Unit Development amendment and site plan review for revised site
and building plans for construction of an off ce /warehouse building and cold storage building at
5570 Memorial Avenue North within the existing; W.A.T.i . Office Park; and after having
conducted a public hearing relative thereto, the Planning Commission of Oak Park Heights
makes the following findings of fact:
I. The real property affected by said application is legally described as
follows, to wit:
SEE ATTACHMENT A
and
2. The applicant has submitted an application and supporting
documentation to the Community Development Department consisting of the following items:
SEE ATTACHMENT B
and
3. The property is zoned B -3, Highway Business and Warehousing District.
The PUD allows for shared parking arrangement and for buildings that will not have direct
frontage to a public street; and
4. A planned unit development, concept and general plan review was
approved by the City Council for the project to include two office warehouse buildings and one
cold storage building on December 28, 2006; and
5. The applicant is requesting the PUD amendment to revise the site plan and
building plans to include one office /warehouse building and one cold storage building; and
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6. City staff prepared a planning report dated January 8, 2008 reviewing the
PUD amendment and site plan review; and
7. City staff recommends in the January 8, 2008 planning report that the
request be approved with conditions; and
8. The Planning Commission held a public hearing at their January 17, 2008
meeting, tools comments from the applicants and public, closed the public hearing, and made the
following recommendation:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE PLANNING
COMMISSION FOR THE CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS THAT THE PLANNING
COMMISSION RECOMMENDS THE FOLLOWING:
A. The application submitted by W.A.T.E. Enterprises Inc. for a Planned Unit Development
amendment and site plan review for revised site and building plans for construction of an
office/warehouse building and cold storage building at 5570 Memorial Avenue North within the
existing W.A.T.E. Office Park and affecting the real property as follows:
SEE ATTACHMENT A
Be and the same as hereby recommended to the City Council of the City of Oak Park Heights for
approval with the following conditions:
I . The grading, drainage and utility plans are subject to the review and approval of the City
Engineer. The drainage plans are subject to review of the Brown's Creek Watershed
District,
2. The proposed signage for the site shall be consistent with Section 401.15.G of the Zoning
Ordinance. A sign permit shall be obtained prior to the erection of any signs on the
subject site subject to approval of City staff.
3. Landscaping plans shall be subject to the review and approval of the City Arborist.
4. All lighting fixtures shall be full cut off and be consistent with the lighting requirements
found in Section 401.15.B.7 of the Zoning Ordinance. The lighting fixtures shall not
exceed a height of 25 feet and the lighting plan shall be revised so that the illumination of
the south property line does not exceed 0.4 foot candles.
5. There shall be no freestanding or building lighting on the west side of the property and
storage building.
6. The trash enclosure storage area shall be enclosed with building materials to match the
adjacent buildings. flans for the revised enclosure shall be submitted for City staff
review and approval.
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7. Placement of the underground fuel storage shall be subject to review and approval of the
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). The applicant shall provide the City
written approval of the fuel storage facility from the MPCA.
8. The applicant shall provide plans and identify materials for the security fence and gate.
9. The design and buildings materials of the office /warehouse building and storage building
are favorable to the Planning Commission.
Recommended by the Planning Commission of the City of Oak Park Heights this 17 € �' day
of January 2008.
Michael Lil Chair
AT7T s'r
Eric A. Johnson, City Administrator
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RESOLUTION NO.
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA
A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING FINDINGS OF .FACT AND
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL THAT THE
REQUEST BY W.A.T.E. ENTERPRISES INC. FOR A
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AMENDMENT AND
SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR REVISED SITE AND BUILDING PLANS
FOR CONSTRUCTION OF AN OFFICE /WAREHOUSE BUILDING AND
COLD STORAGE BUILDING AT 5570 MEMORIAL AVENUE NORTH
WITHIN THE EXISTING W.A.T.E. OFFICE PARK
BE APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS
WHEREAS, the City of Oak Park Heights has received a request from W.A.T.E.
Enterprises Inc. for a Planned Unit Development amendment and site plan review for revised site
and building plans for construction of an office /warehouse building and cold storage building at
5570 Memorial Avenue North within the existing W.A.T.E. Office Park; and after having
conducted a public hearing relative thereto, the Planning Commission of Oak Park Heights
recommended that the application be approved with conditions. The City Council of Oak Park
Heights makes the following findings of fact and resolution:
I . The real property affected by said application is legally described as
follows, to wit:
SEE AT`1'ACI-IMENT A
and
2. The applicant has submitted an application and supporting
documentation to the Community Development Department consisting of the following items:
SEE ATTACHMENT B
and
3. The property is zoned B -3, Highway Business and Warehousing District.
The PUD allows for shared parking arrangement and for buildings that will not have direct
frontage to a public street; and
4. A planned unit development, concept and general plan review was
approved by the City Council for the project to include two office warehouse buildings and one
cold storage building on December 28, 2006; and
5. The applicant is requesting the PUD amendment to revise the site plan and
building plans to include one office /warehouse building and one cold storage building; and
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6. City staff prepared a planning report dated January 8, 2008 reviewing the
PUD amendment and site plan review; and
7. City staff recommends in the January 8, 2008 planning report that the
request be approved with conditions; and
8. The Planning Commission held a public hearing at their January 17, 2008
meeting, took comments from the applicants and public, closed the public hearing, and
recommended that the application be approved with conditions.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL FOR
THE CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVES THE
FOLLOWING:
A. The application submitted by W.A.T.E. Enterprises Inc. for a Planned Unit Development
amendment and site plan review for revised site and building plans for construction of all
office /warehouse building and cold storage building at 5570 Memorial Avenue North within the
existing W.A.T.E. Office Park and affecting the real property as follows:
SEE ATTACHMENT A
Be and the same as hereby approved by the City Council of the City of Oak Park Heights with
the following conditions:
1. The grading, drainage and utility plans are subject to the review and approval of the City
Engineer. The drainage plans are subject to review of the Brown's Creek Watershed
District.
2. The proposed signage for the site shall be consistent with Section 401.15.G of the Zoning
Ordinance. A sign permit shall be obtained prior to the erection of any signs on the
subject site subject to approval of City staff.
1 Landscaping plans shall be subject to the review and approval of the City Arborist.
4. All lighting fixtures shall be full cut off and be consistent with the lighting requirements
found in Section 401.15.13.7 of the Zoning Ordinance. The lighting fixtures shall not
exceed a height of 25 feet and the lighting plan shall be revised so that the illumination of
the south property line does not exceed 0.4 foot candles.
5. There shall be no freestanding or building lighting on the west side of the property and
storage building.
6. The trash enclosure storage area shall be enclosed with building materials to match the
adjacent buildings. Plans for the revised enclosure shall be submitted for City staff
review and approval.
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7. Placement of the underground fuel storage shall be subject to review and approval of the
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). The applicant shall provide the City
written approval of the fuel storage facility from the MPCA.
8. The applicant shall provide plans and identify materials for the security fence and gate.
9. The design and buildings materials of the office/warehouse building and storage building
are favorable to the Planning Commission and City Council.
Approved by the City Council of the City of Oak Park heights this 22 "" day of January
2008.
David Beaudet, Mayor
ATTEST:
Eric A. Johnson, City Administrator
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Attachment A
Washington County GEO Code: 06.029.20.24.0009
Legal Description: Lot 3, Block 2, Kern Center 2nd Addition
Street Address: 5570 Memorial Ave. N.
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ATTACHMENT B
P
Planned Unit Development (PUD) Amendment
WATE ENTERPRISES INC.
Zintl, Inc. — 5570 Memorial Ave. N.
Application Materials
• Application Form
• Fees
• Plan Sets (3 Large Scale Sets /20 11 X17 Sets)
• Written Narrative and Graphic Materials Explaining Proposal
• Mailing List from Washington County (500' from subject property)
• Proof of Ownership or Authorization to Proceed
• Property Tax Statement(s) /Legal Description(s)
Conference With City Staff Upon Application Submittal: January 2, 2008
Planning Commission Public Hearing & Recommendation: January 17, 2008
Required Approvals: PUD Amendment
City Council 4/5
Planned Unit Development Permit - Lapse of Approval:
Unless the City Council specifically approves a different time when action is officially
taken on the request, the conditional use permit shall become null and void twelve (12)
months after the date of approval, unless the property owner or applicant has
substantially started the construction of any building, structure, addition or alteration, or
use requested as part of the conditional use. An application to extend the approval of a
conditional use permit shall be submitted to the Zoning Administrator not less than thirty
(30) days before the expiration of said approval. (401.03.C.4.a and b)
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