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HomeMy WebLinkAbout19870817_regular, 483 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA CITY COUNCIL HELD AT CITY HALL AUGUST 17, 1987 Answering rollcall were Members Kelly, Richards, Smith and Mayor Courtney. VERY SPECIAL ARTS MONTH PROCLAIMED. WHEREAS, Very Special Arts (VSA) was founded in 1974 as an educational affiliate of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D. C. and is now active in all 50 states and over 40 countries; and WHEREAS, VSA-MN is headquartered in Edina, representing the entire state of Minnesota; and WHEREAS, the arts are an integral part of growth, inspiring some of the richest re- sources of the human spirit: compassion, determination, hope and imagination; and WHEREAS, Very Special Arts continues their efforts to bring quality year-round arts programs to people with disabilities. NOW, THEREFORE, I, C. Wayne Courtney, Mayor of Edina, do hereby proclaim September, 1987 as: PROCLAIMED this 17th day of August, 1987. Mayor Courtney read the following proclamation: PROCLAMATION EDINA SALUTES VERY SPECIAL ARTS MONTH CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS ADOPTED. Member Smith to adopt the consent agenda as presented. Motion was made by Member Kelly and seconded by Rollcall : Ayes: Kelly, Richards, Smith, Courtney Motion carried. *MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AND SPECIAL MEETING OF AUGUST 3, 1987 APPROVED. Motion was made by Member Kelly and seconded by Member Smith to approve the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting and Special Meeting of August 3, 1987. Motion carried on rollcall vote, five ayes. FUBLIC HEARING ON PRELIMINARY PLAT OF ROLLING GREEN PARKWAY ADDITION CONDUCTED; CONTINUED TO SEPTEMBER 14, 1987. Planner Craig Larsen presented the request for pre- liminary plat approval of the Rolling Green Parkway Addition, advising that the subject property is located west of Rolling Green Parkway and south of Annaway Drive. Mr. Larsen pointed out that the subject property is a developed single family lot containing 97,953 square feet, or 2.25 acres. The proponent has submitted a request to subdivide the property in order to create one new buildable lot; as a result, the existing dwelling would be removed. 50,456 square feet in area. frontage. Lot 1 would be approximately 320 feet in depth, and lot 2 would be approximately 360 feet in depth. Both lots are about 240 feet wide at the required front yard setback line. Mr. Larsen indicated that there are nine lots in the area which most directly relate to the subject property. 39,000 square feet to 75,200 square feet, with an average size of 50,500 square feet. Mr. Larsen noted that the block containing the subject property originally contained six lots; at the present time, there are nine lots in the block. He remarked that the subject property was proposed for subdivision in 1977 and that the major difference between that proposal and the current proposal is the status of the existing home. The 1977 proposal would have retained the home; as a consequence, the new lot was significantly smaller than the new lot in the current proposal. that staff recommends approval of the preliminary plat for the following reasons: 1) the proposed lots are generally comparable in size with existing lots in the vicinity; 2) the proposed street frontage and lot width at the building line are in keeping with other lots in the vicinity; 3) with lot widths in excess of 200 feet at the building line, it is possible to build even very large homes and still maintain large side-yard setbacks; and 4) the proposed subdivision will riot adyersely impact the character and symmetry of the area. the base map of the neighborhood: 2 Merilane was omitted with a total of 120,800 square feet, resulting in an inappropriate square footage total for 8 Merilane. Including 2 Merilane correctly adjusts the square footage of 8 Merilane from 804,000 to 683,200. The pond outlot has also been adjusted from 67,400 to 87,800 square feet, which does not qualify for lot size averages. entire neighborhood is 57,766 square feet. back to 1936; most of the development in the area occurred around 1950, with the approved splits appearing in the early 1950's. Commission's approval of the proposed subdivision is subject to the following conditions: final plat approval, subdivision dedication and a larger than normal setback of the sideyards which would be in keeping with the area. The new lots would be 47,497 square feet and Both lots would have in excess of 280 feet of street These lots vary in size from Mr. Larsen concluded Mr. Larsen indicated corrections in The average for the 90 lots in the The original Rolling Green Plat dates Mr. Larsen advised that the Planning Staff has 488 8/17/87 I Rollcall : Ayes: Kelly, Richards, Courtney Nays: Smith Resolution adopted. .. BRAEMAR GOLF COURSE POLICY ON LEAGUES CONTINUED TO AN OCTOBER MEETING. Mr. Kojetin suggested that this discussion on Braemar's golf leagues be continued until a later date due to the Golf Committee's need for further review. that this be referred back to the Golf Committee and the Park Board, returning to the City Council possibly in October. STORM/SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM DISCUSSED. had been received due to the storm of July 23, 1987. Claims have been forwarded on to the insurance company. the storm and its problems in regard to the sanitary sewer back-ups. Arden Avenue/ Maple Grove is not necessarily related to the major storm; sewer has been a problem there for a number of years. has problems with plugging of the drain systems; capacities are presently being examined. assure them that the situation is being studied carefully and that there will be an answer at a certain time. Mr. John Norbeck, 5828 Halifax Ave., stated that whenever there is a good-size rain there is an overflow of the channel behind his home. Engineer Hoffman replied that this area would be surveyed to see if any changes can be made to improve and correct this problem. City Council. Mrs. Clara Gooding, 5824 Halifax Ave., stated that Ron Carlson had responded to their situation at one time by opening up one of the channels. communications received pertaining to the storm/sanitary sewer system were from numerous Arden Avenue/Maple Road residents, Mr. &.Mrs. John Norbeck of 4828 Halifax Ave., Mrs. Susan Ogilivie of 4601 Annaway Drive, Mr. & Mrs. Lowen Grodnick of 7110 Birstol Blvd., and Mr. & Mrs. Robert Pool of 6309 Hillside Road. It was the concensus of the Council that the residents be contacted as the investigation by the Engineering Department develops. RESOLUTION FOR FEDERAL DISASTER FUNDS ADOPTED. resolution and moved its adoption: BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Edina that the Federal Emergency Management Agency hereby is requested to pay to the City of Edina the costs it in- curred or will incur due to the severe storms and flooding which occurred between July 20, 1987, and August 5, 1987. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Francis Hoffman, the Director of Public Works of the City of Edina, is hereby appointed and identified as the official representative of the City of Edina, and he is directed and authorized to act, in connection with all applications for obtaining such Federal funds, and to provide such additional information as may be required to obtain such Federal funds. Motion for adoption of this resolation was seconded by Member Richards. There was general concensus f; No action was taken. Manager Rosland explained five communications An article will be forthcoming in the Highlander, reviewing Engineer Hoffman explained that Country Club as a whole Member Richards suggested that a letter be written to the residents to This will ultimately be returned to the The There was no action taken. Member Kelly introduced the following RESOLUTION Rollcall : Ayes : Kelly, Richards , Smith, Courtney Resolution adopted. . PARK TOUR DISCUSSED. latest Park Board minutes. Member Kelly questioned the reason for a tour discussed in the Mr. Kojetin will discuss this matter with Member Kelly. TRASH COLLECTION REPORT GIVEN. 14, the crews ceased trash collection pick-up as a result of storm damage. Manager Rosland reported that as of Friday, August Some people had left more than just storm damage material for pick-up. program accomplished a great deal during the three-week period. 1996 OLYMPICS LOCATION DISCUSSED. considered as the site for the 1996 Olympics and suggested that a resolution be adopted'supporting Minneapolis as the site, sending this resolution to the Mayors of Minneapolis and St. Paul. Member Richards introduced the following resolution However, the Manager Rosland stated that Minneapolis is being i, and moved its adoption: - RESOLUTION BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Edina, Minnesota, that is supports the City of Minneapolis as the site of the 1996 Summer Olympics, due to the city's excellent summer climate, its existing facilities and its history of volunteerism. Motion for adoption of the resolution was seconded by Member Smith. Rollcall: . Ayes: Kelly, Richards, Smith, Courtney Resolution adopted. U 489 8/17/87 t ;t WLAIMS PAID. Motion was made by Member Kelly and seconded by Member Smith for pay- * ment of the following claims as per pre-list dated 8/17/87: General Fund, $220,488.09; . . Art Center, $6,099.56; Capital Fund, $2,744.00; Swimming Pool Fund, $7,991.79; Golf *Course Fund, $14,678.24; Recreation Center Fund, $8,696.09; Gun Range Fund, $371.87; Edinborough Park, $25,878.71; Utility Fund, $46,883.06; Liquor Dispensary Fund, $102,334.38; Construction Fund, $365,665.80; IMP Bond Redemption #2, $848.30; Total, $819,596.16; Art Center, $759.61; Swimming Pool Fund, $3,231.59; Golf Course Fund, $4,673.89; Recreation Center Fund, $4,369.18; Gun Range Fund, $252.97; Edinborough Park, $732.68; Utility Fund, $39,049.35; Liquor’Dispensary Fund, $189,299.43; Total, $1,061,964.86. 1 $802,679.89; and Confirmation of Payment of Claims dated 7/31/87: General Fund, Motion carried on rollcall vote, four ayes. There being no further business on the Council Agenda, Mayor Courtney declared the meeting adjourned at 1O:OO P. M. I’ Acting City Clerk m t. a.