HomeMy WebLinkAbout19991005_jointMINUTES
OF THE JOINT MEETING OF THE
EDINA CITY COUNCIL AND THE
EDINA HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
HELD AT CITY HALL
OCTOBER 5,1999 - EO0 P.M.
ROLLCALL Answering rollcall were Members Faust, Hovland, Kelly, Johnson, and Mayor
Maetzold.
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS APPROVED Motion made by Member Kelly and seconded
by Member Johnson approving the Council Consent Agenda as presented with the
exception of Agenda Item V.A. Set Hearing Date - Ordinance Amendment Establishing a
Time Limit For Use of an Approved Final Development Plan (October 19,1999).
Rollcall:
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Kelly, Johnson, Maetzold
Motion carried.
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 21, 1999 AND SPECIAL
MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 21,1999 APPROVED Motion made by Member Kelly and
seconded by Member Johnson approving the minutes of the September 21,1999, Regular
Council Meeting and the September 21,1999, Special Council Meeting.
Motion carried on rollcall vote - five ayes.
VACATION OF UTILITY EASEMENT APPROVED (4617 TOWNES ROAD) Affidavits of
Notice were presented, approved and ordered placed on file.
Presentation By Engineer
Engineer Hoffman explained the City had received a request from the residents of 4617
Tomes Road requesting the vacation of the entire utility easement. The residents intent
originally was to move the existing sewer line, allowing an addition to the existing home.
However, upon further consideration the residents are requesting the City vacate only the
southerly two feet of the easement. This removes an existing encroachment at the northeast
corner of the home and allows for an addition on the westerly end.
Mayor Maetzold asked for public comment. No one appeared to speak.
Member Johnson made a motion to close the public hearing. Member Kelly seconded the
motion.
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Johnson, Kelly, Maetzold
Motion carried.
Member Kelly introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION VACATING
A PORTION OF THE UTILITY EASEMENT
4617 TOWNES ROAD
WHEREAS, a motion of the City Council, on the 7th day of September 1999, fixed a date
for a public hearing on a proposed utility vacation; and
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WHEREAS, two weeks published and posted notice of said hearing was given and the
hearing was held on the 5th day of October, 1999, at which time all persons desiring to be
heard were given an opportunity to be heard thereon; and
WHEREAS, the Council deems it to be in the best interest of the City and of the public that
said easement vacation be made; and
WHEREAS, the Council considered the extent the vacation affects existing easements
within the area of the vacation and the extent to which the vacation affects the authority of
any person, corporation, or municipality owning or controlling electric, telephone or cable
television poles and lines, gas and sewer lines, or water pipes, mains, and hydrants on or
under the area of the proposed vacation to continue m&taining the same, or to enter upon
such easement area or portion thereof vacated to maintain, repair, replace, remove or
otherwise attend thereto;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Edina,
Henneph County, Minnesota, that the following easement is hereby partially vacated
effective as of October 5,1999:
The south two feet (2') of a permanent ten foot (10') wide easement through Lot 3,
Auditor's Subdivision No. 319 and Lot 9, White Oaks 6th Addition, the center line
of which easement is described as follows:
Beginning at a point on the east line of said Lot 9, six feet (6') southerly of the
northeast corner of said Lot 9; thence westerly to a point which if five feet (5')
southerly of the northerly line of said Lot 9 and five feet (5') east of the west line of
said Lot 9, both measurements being at right angles to said lot lines; thence
westerly to a point in the southeasterly line of Townes Road Circle, which point is
nine feet (9') southwesterly from the most northerly corner of said Lot 3, Auditor's
Subdivision No. 319.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that said vacation does not affect, and there are continued,
reserved, and retained, by the said resolution ordering the vacation, the following existing
easements and authority in, on and under the above vacated area:
The authority of Northern States Power Company, US West
Communications, Paragon Cable Minnesota, or Minnegasco to enter upon
the above vacated area for the maintenance, replacement, repair and
removal of and for otherwise attending to, underground conduit,
manholes, cables, wires and poles required for utility service now in, on or
under the above vacated area.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Clerk is authorized and directed to cause a
notice of completion of proceedings to be prepared, entered in the transfer record of the
County Auditor, and filed with the County Recorder, in accordance with Minnesota
Statutes, Section 412.851.
Passed this 5" day of October, 1999. Motion seconded by Member Hovland.
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Rollcall:
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Kelly, Johnson, Maetzold
Motion carried.
I RESOLUTION ADOPTED ORDERING WEST 49 Y2 STREET PARKING RAMP
IMPROVEMENT NO. P-4a AND GRANTING VARIANCE FROM SETBACK Affidavits of
Notice were presented, approved and ordered placed on file.
Engineering - presentation -
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Mr. Hoffman explained the Council and the HRA conducted a joint hearing on September 7,
1999, to consider constructing additional parking spaces on the north ramp at 50% & France.
Since September 7,1999, staff and consultants have reviewed the project.
Staff, after reviewing the alternatives, recommended an alternative the uses only the Lee
property and existing ramp property. The primary reasons for not using the Hooten Cleaners
site were; 1) private property, 2) relocation of a business, and 3) impact upon more residential
properties. The USBarik site was rejected for similar reasons.
Mr. Hoffman added the Tlancy" surface lot was examined as well because it is a more
centralized location. However Clancy's lot provide a low net gain of spaces, limited truck
access, limited site, eliminate storefront visibility and disrupt centralized existing parking
during construction. He noted that staff has over the past been made aware of the desire to
have some non-structured open parking by businesses for customer who do not wish to park
in a ramp.
Mr. Hoffman reported he met with the neighbors on September 27,1999, to discuss options
ranging from "no build": to "full-build" options. The results of the meeting were:
0 Additional ramp expansion not justified at this time. Three traffic counts indicate
many open spaces
0 Adjacent property owners prefer no further encroachments on their property, i.e.,
visually or on their site
0 Do not favor City purchasing properties and reselling to new owners
0 Business activity is encroaching upon residential neighbors
0 Ramp expansion has negative effect on property values
0 Staff has received a packet from the neighborhood which opposes the ramp
expansion
He state potential options that might provide mitigation for the project include:
0 Home improvements to the four adjacent residential properties similar to some of
the Metropolitan Airports Commission relating to the Minneapolis/St. Paul
Airport
Residential landscape easements and landscaping
Ramp modifications setting back some sections of the north ramp wall allowing for
landscaping or design elements enhancing the north side view
Providing sound mitigation activities on the interior ramp walls 0
Mr. Hoffman concluded that a ramp expansion would increase parking spaces by
approximately 90 spaces to 110 spaces if the project were approved. Final design and
mitigation concepts would be developed after the project is approved. Staff would expect the
50% & France Business area to finance any additional expenses occurring north of the north
easement. Mr. Hoffman said the funds would come from the special assessments.
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Member Faust said after cutting out the corner, how would the corner be restored. Mr.
Hoffman described the landscape plan in detail. Member Faust asked further about the cedar
fence. Mr. Hoffman explained the fencing would be for privacy concerns.
Mayor Maetzold asked whether the heavy landscaping would be in lieu of the improvements
similar to the Metropolitan Airport improvements. Mr. Hoffman said the most feasible
approach would be to soundproof the homes. He does not know whether this would be
approved by the neighborhood.
Member Johnson asked if the ramp is approved would there be a broad enough resolution to
achieve the desired outcome. Mr. Hoffman said if the neighbors were to file a claim against
the City we would have to settle it.
Manager Hughes reminded the Council that what is being sought is authorization of the
project with the notch removed and including direction to staff to pursue mitigation, and the
landscaping plan. If neighbors did not want the landscaping, the City would not want to
condemn the property to landscape.
Member Hovland inquired whether a mechanism exists to fund lawsuits if they were to
occur. Mr. Hughes said the total project is partially funded with tax increments as well as
assessments. Ultimately the project would be back before the Council during an assessment
hearing and the cost split decided upon at that time. He cautioned that the north property
line of the ramp is the boundary of the tax increment district. Therefore, it would be difficult
to spend tax increment funds to the north. Staff would recommend that the cost split be
shifted more to the assessment. Member Hovland asked what the cost per stall in the ramp is
at today. Mr. Hoffman said there would be no change to the cost estimate as previously
proposed.
Member Faust asked if the tax increment funds were coming from all of Edina. Mr. Hughes
explained that tax increments come from taxes generated from the TIF District. These funds
are not available for use by the City, School District and the County. Therefore they may only
be used by the City to fund public improvements in this district. It could be argued that since
those dollars are captured in this district, it forces the remainder of the community to pay
higher taxes than would otherwise be paid. The converse of the argument is without the tax
increment district, the development may not have occurred in the first place and therefore,
the extra taxes would be a moot point.
Resident comments
Bill Sleds, representing the commercial corner at 50th & France, voiced his opinion that a
ramp addition is necessary.
John Smaby, Manager of Edina Realty Office adjacent to the parking ramp, stated while they
are sympathetic to homeowners, being in the realty business, this ramp is necessary for the
growth of the 50th & France area. If the ramp is not built, parking will begin spilling into the
neighborhood. He concluded that every day the ramp is full. I
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Gail Dean, 3925 West 49th Street, commented she was appalled when she surveyed the ramp
and found 68 spaces open in the middle ramp; and 34 in the north ramp. What she finds is
rude people who find it an inconvenience to not park directly next to where they are going.
She suggested reducing the number<of 90 minute signs to open up longer parking times. Ms.
Dean said the pictures are deceiving and she is totally against the ramp addition. She believes
a survey should be done of the neighbors and further believes the easement will not be
sufficient .
Kathleen Godfrey, 3938 West 49th Street, and a member of the 50th & France Business
Association, said she had submitted a letter dated September 30, 1999, minutes from a
meeting held September 24,1999, and a petition with numerous signatures affixed. She stated
the need for additional parking has not been substantiated. The ramp expansion and variance
is not an option for the neighborhood.
Lee Wiseman, 4229 Chowen, owner of Fashion Avenue at 4936 France Avenue, stated the
area does need the parking.
Shawna Engelsma, owners of Spalon Montage, said the area has a parking problem. She
added they receive complaints often about no parking spots. She voiced concern that people
will go elsewhere if they can't find a place to park their car.
Pat Tucker, 4705 Upper Terrace, representing the Edina Chamber of Commerce at 7701
Normandale Road, read the position statement submitted by the Chamber dated September
27,1999, unanimously supporting the proposal to increase vehicle capacity of the north ramp I at 50th and France from their August 26,1999, board meeting.
Marty Rud, 6222 France Avenue South, elaborated that between 1991 and 1996 the City
began surveying the ramp for potential expansion. Businessowners at 50th & France request
this expansion and encourage the Council's approval.
Roberta Castellano, 4854 France Avenue South, read her submitted letter that her neighbors
should be given credit for their concerns and are not an opposition-without-cause group. Her
letter asked numerous questions about the ramp expansion project.
Richard Cochrane, 3922 West 49th Street, stated that anything higher than two stories would
dominate the neighborhood, much like Uptown, and he does not believe that is what 50th &
France wants to be. He suggested building a ramp over Clancy's lot or the USBank location.
Barbara Zwack, of Chico's on the corner of 50th & France, acknowledged that change is
difficult but it is very importwt to keep parking within the commercial district.
Jan*Monson, 3945 West 49th Street, inquired of Mr. Rud when, in his estimation, peak times
happen. Mr. Rud responded 11:OO A.M,. to 2:OO P.M. She said the most desirable parking lot
is the Talbot's lot and people want to park there leaving other spots empty. She voiced
concern with the proposed plantings and the work it will take to keep them acceptable. Ms.
Monson concluded that her hope is the Council decision to build the ramp is not based on
pressure to spend the tax increment funds on 105 - 115 new parking spaces.
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Karen Knudsen, Executive Director of the 50th & France Association, voiced assurance to the
Council that the Association spends a great deal of time attempting to manage parking as
efficiently as possible and remain good neighbors to the neighborhood. In 1999, over 800
parking permits were sold. They are told repeatedly that the #1 concern in the area is
parking in trying to maintain the vitality of the business district. She said the Association
would very much appreciate more parking availability.
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Correspondence was received from Mitchell J. Avery, President of dana's, stating it appears
the site as proposed is the most ideal site for an expansion or addition to parking in the area;
and from Thomas M. Nelson, President, Eberhardt Properties, Inc., supporting the ramp
addition as an intelligent continuation of a model infrastructrue that will benefit the 50th and
France area owners and neighbors for many years to come.
Member Kelly made a motion to close the public hearing, Member Johnson seconded the
motion.
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Johnson, Kelly, Maetzold
Motion carried.
Council Comment
Mayor Maetzold said staff has recommended to proceed with the ramp and give staff the
authority to work with the neighbors regarding landscaping, home improvements and I related matters.
Member Kelly stated he believes the proposal is good under the circumstances. He voiced
concern with- the difference of opinion of whether we need the parking ramp now. Mr.
Hoffman said each day is different. Mr. Kelly said this is a difficult situation and staff has
handled it well in attempting to mitigate the concern. He said further he has never seen such
a generous mitigation plan. This is a very important area for Edina. The Council has turned
down expansive plans in the 50th & France area in the past, in an attempt to keep growth at a
reasonable level and this ramp expansion proposal is important to protect the vitality of the
area. Mr. Kelly concluded starting on this project sooner rather than later is appropriate. He
reminded the neighbors they bought their homes near a commercial district with its risks and
rewards and encouraged the neighbors to work with the plan.
Member Faust said she too had surveyed the area and found various states of fullness in the
ramp. She said while she sympathizes with the neighbors she supports the proposal going
forward.
Member Hovland said this is one of those judgement calls the Council is elected to make. He
indicated it is not easy to live next to a commercial area with no buffer but despite that, he
believes 49th Street to be a nice street. He looks at the area as a balancing act between prhate
property and the business community. The Council must balance the interests of both. Mr.
Hovland said he believes staff has done a great job with this solution. He would vote to
expand the ramp. D
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Member Johnson said in his short tenure on the Council, he has been asked what he has
learned. He responded that residents speaking before the Council are articulate and with
passionate convictions. After much thought, he said he would support the ramp expansion.
Mayor Maetzold concurs with the Council. He stated there are key stakeholders, i.e. residents
and business comrnunity. The Council needs to control the growth in the area and maintain it
as a vibrant shopping area. He voiced his support for the ramp expansion.
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Member Faust asked when construction would begin. Mr. Hoffman said construction should
begin in the spring and be completed by fall of the year 2000.
Member Kelly made a motion closing the hearing for ramp expansion P-4a, the north ramp
at 50th & France. Member Johnson seconded the motion
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Johnson, Kelly, Maetzold
Motion carried.
A resident asked which plan was being approved. Mr. Hoffman further explained the project
scope which would add approximately 110 parking spaces.
Mayor Maetzold made a motion introducing the following resolution and moving its
adoption:
RESOLUTION ORDERING PARKING
RAMP IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. P-4a
WHEREAS, the Edina City Council on the 3rd day of August, 1999, fixed a date for a
council hearing on the proposed parking ramp expansion, Improvement No. P-4a and
WHEREAS, ten days' mailed notice and two weeks' published notice of the hearing was
given, and the hearing was held thereon on the 7th day of September, 1999, and continued
to October 5,1999, for Improvement No. P-4a expansion of West 49% Street Parking ramp,
at which all persons desiring to be heard were given an opportunity to be heard thereon.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council has duly considered the views of
all persons interested, and being fully advised of the pertinent facts, does hereby
determine to proceed with the construction of said improvement, including all
proceedings which may be necessary in eminent domain for the acquisition of necessary
easements and rights hereby designated and shall be referred to in all subsequent
proceedings as Improvement Project No. P-4a West 4g1/2 .Street Parking Ramp Expansion
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Improvement Project No. P-4a West 4g1/2 .Street Parking
Ramp Expansion is hereby ordered as proposed.
BE IT RJRTHER RESOLVED that City Engineer is hereby designated as the engineer for
this improvement. The engineer shall cause plans and specifications to be prepared for the
making of such improvement.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the City Engineer shall work with adjacent property owners
to the north of the ramp site to determine the mitigation needed.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the City Council grants a height setback variance from
the north property line.
Adopted this 5th day of October, 1999. Member Faust seconded the motion.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Johnson, Kelly, Maetzold
Motion carried.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS CONDUCTED ON SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS: ASSESSMENTS
LEVIED Affidavits of Notice were presented, approved and ordered placed on file. Due
notice having been given, public hearings were conducted and action taken as recorded on
the following proposed assessments: I
1. STREET IMPROVEMENT NO. A-183
Location: WOODDALE GLEN FROM WOODDALE AVENUE TO CUL DE SAC
Analysis of Assessment for Street Improvement No. A-183 showed five lots assessable with at
$4,889.84 per lot and two lots assessed at the side yard rate of $1,613.64 for a total assessed of
$27,676.48 plus the county charge.
Public Comment
Willard Ott, asked why he had received assessment notices for both $4,889.84 and $1,613.64.
Mr. Hoffman explained that the correct notice was the one for $1,613.64 at the 1/3 rate
because Mr. Ott's backyard was on Wooddale Glen. He went on to note that the Council
could if it chose not assess Mr. Ott, however, would have to sign an agreement with the City
waiving any right of access to Wooddale Lane forever. Mr. Ott indicated that he would
rather pay the 1/3 assessment. The term of the special assessment shall be ten years
beginning in the year 2000.
Motion of Member Hovland seconded by Member Faust closing the public hearing for
assessment of Improvement No. A-183.
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Kelly, Maetzold
Motion carried.
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Motion made by Member Johnson and seconded by Member Faust approving the
assessment of Improvement No. A-183 as presented.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Kelly, Johnson, Maetzold
Motion carried. (Assessment levied by resolution later in Minutes)
2. STREET, CURB AND GUTTER IMPROVEMENT NO. BA-319
Location: WOODDALE LANE FROM WOODDALE AVENUE TO CUL DE SAC
Analysis of Assessment for Street, Curb and Gutter Improvement No. BA-319 showed nine
lots assessed at $4,161.64 for a total assessed at $37,454.76. The term of the special assessment
shd be ten years beginning in the year 2000.
No public comment was heard
Motion of Member Kelly seconded by Member Johnson closing the public hearing for
assessment of Improvement No. BA-319.
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Johnson, Kelly, Maetzold
Motion carried.
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Motion made by Member Hovland and seconded by Member Johnson approving the
assessment of Improvement No. BA-319 as presented.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Kelly, Johnson, Maetzold
Motion carried. (Assessment levied by resolution later in Minutes)
3. MAINTENANCE IMPROVEMENT NO. M-99
Location: 50m AND FRANCE AVENUE BUSINESS DISTRICT
Analysis of Assessment for Maintenance Improvement No. M-99 showed a total maintenance
cost of $96,027.85 against 339,561 assessable square feet at $0.2828 per square foot. One year
assessment payable in 2000.
No oral or written objections were heard.
Motion of Member Kelly, seconded by Member Faust closing the hearing for assessment
of Improvement No. M-99.
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Johnson, Kelly, Maetzold
Motion carried.
Motion made by Member Johnson and seconded by Member Hovland approving the
assessment of Improvement No. M-99 as presented.
Rollcall:
.Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Kelly, Johnson, Maetzold
Motion carried. (Assessment levied by resolution later in Minutes)
4. TREE REMOVAL IMPROVEMENT NO. TR-99
Location: 4600 ARDEN AVENUE
Analysis of Assessment for Tree Removal Improvement No. TR-99 showed one parcel
assessed at $803.25 over three years for rerpoval of a tree at 4600 Arden Avenue.
No public comments were heard.
Motion made by Member Johnsoh and seconded by Member Hovland closing the hearing
for assessment of Improvement No. M-99.
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Johnson, Kelly, Maetzold
Motion carried.
Motion made by Member Kelly arid seconded by Member Johnson approving the
assessment of Improvement No. TR-99.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Kelly, Johnson, Maetzold
Motion carried. (Assessment levied by resolution later in Minutes.)
5. TREE TRIMMING IMPROVEMENT NO. TT-98 PHASE I1
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Location: AREA BOUNDED BY FRANCE AVENUE TO THE EAST, 54733 STREET TO
THE SOUTH, HIGHWAY 100 TO THE WEST AND THE CITY LIMITS WITH THOSE
BOUNDARIES TO THE NORTH I A total of 82 trees were trimmed 52large trees and 30 small trees for a total cost to be
assessed against the 60 parcels totaling $7,577.36 and payable in 2000.
No public comments were heard.
Motion made by Member Kelly and seconded by Member Hovland closing the hearing for
assessment of Improvement No. TT-98,
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Johnson, Kelly, Maetzold
Motion carried.
Motion made by Member Hovland and seconded by Member Faust approving
assessments of Improvement No. TT-98, as presented.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Johnson, Kelly, Maetzold
Motion carried. (Assessment levied by resolution later in Minutes)
6. AQUATIC WEDS IMPROVEMENT NO AQ-99.
ARROWHEAD AND INDIANHEAD LAKES AND MILLPOND
The area proposed to be assessed for said improvement is as follows: All lots riparian
to Arrowhead Lake and Indianhead Lake and Millpond.
Location: ARROWHEAD LAKE
Analysis of Assessment for Aquatic Weeds Improvement No. AQ-99 for Arrowhead Lake
showed a total cost of $13,804.35 to be assessed against 35 parcels at $394.41 per parcel. One
year assessment payable in 2000.
No public comments were heard.
Motion made by Member Hovland, seconded by Member Kelly closing the hearing on
Improvement No. AQ-99.
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Johnson, Kelly, Maetzold
Motion carried.
Motion made by Member Kelly, seconded by Member Faust approving the assessment of
Improvement No. AQ-99, Arrowhead Lake.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Johnson, Kelly, Maetzold.
Motion carried. (Assessment levied by resolution later in Minutes)
Location: INDIANHEAD LAKE
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Analysis of Assessment for Aquatic Weeds Improvement No. AQ-99 for Indianhead Lake
showed a total cost of $12,097.80 proposed to be assessed against 33 homes at $366.60 per
home. One year assessment payable in 2000.
Member Faust asked for more information on the dyes used in Indianhead Lake, and why
dyes are not used on all the treated lakes. City Mr. Hughes said the dye put in the lake
prevents the sun from reaching root plants thereby retarding growth. The association of
Indianhead Lake prefers using the dye process.
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Member Hovland inquired what the county charge is that is added to the assessment per
parcel. City Mr. Hughes said the charge is included on all assessments and is a processing fee
for putting the assessment on the tax role.
No public comments were heard.
Motion made by Member Hovland and seconded by Member Kelly closing the hearing on
Improvement No. AQ-99.
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Johnson, Kelly, Maetzold
Motion carried.
Motion made by Member Faust and seconded by Member Kelly approving the assessment
of Improvement No. AQ-99, Indianhead Lake.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Johnson, Kelly, Maetzold
Motion carried. (Assessment levied by resolution later in Minutes) I
Location: MILLPOND
Analysis of Assessment for Aquatic Weeds Improvement No. AQ-99 for Millpond showed a
total cost of $4,209.00 proposed to be assessed against 63 homes at $66.80 per home. One year
assessment payable in 2000.
Member Hovland made a motion, seconded by Member Kelly closing the hearing of
Improvement AQ-99.
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Johnson, Kelly, Maetzold
Motion carried.
Motion made by Member Faust iind seconded by Membek Hovland approving the
assessment
of Improvement No. AQ-99, Millpond.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Johnson, Kelly, Maetzold
Motion carried. (Assessment levied by resolution later in Minutes)
The proposed assessment rolls are now on file in the office of the City Clerk and are open to I public inspection.
Following presentation of the analysis of assessments and approval, Member Hovland
introduced the following resolutiqn and moved adoption:
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RESOLUTION LEVMNG SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS
FOR VARIOUS PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND PROJECTS
WHEREAS, pursuant to proper notice duly given as .required by law, the Edina City
Council has met and heard and passed upon all written and oral objections to the
proposed assessments for the improvements listed below: I
Street Improvement No. A-183
Street Improvement No. BA-319
Maintenance Improvement No. M-99
Tree Removal Improvement No. TR-99
Tree Trimming Improvement No. TT-98, Phase 2
Aquatic Weeds Improvement No. AQ-99
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Edina, Minnesota, as follows:
Each assessment as set forth in the assessment rolls on file in the office of the
City Clerk for each aforementioned improvement is hereby accepted and shall constitute
the special assessment against the lands named therein, and each tract of land therein
included is hereby found to be benefited by the improvement in the amount of the
assessment levied against it.
The assessments shall be payable in equal installments, the first of said
installments, together with interest at a rate of seven and one half (7Y2 %)percent per
annum, on the entire assessment from the date hereof to December 31,2000, to be payable
with the general taxes for the year 2000. To each subsequent installment shall be added
interest at the above rate for one year on all then unpaid installments. The number of such
annual installments shall be as follows:
1.
2.
NAME OF IMPROVEMENT
Street Improvement No. A-183, Levy No. 14705
Street Improvement No. BA-319, Levy No. 14706
Maintenance Improvement No. M-99, Levy No. 14699
Tree Removal Improvement No.TR-99, Levy No. 14704
Tree Trimming Improvement No. TT-98, Levy No. 14702 ,
Aquatic Weeds Improvement No. AQ-99, Levy No. 14703
NO. OF INSTALLMENTS
10 years
10 years
1 year
3 years
1 year
1 year
3. The owner of any property so assessed may, at any time prior to certification
of assessment to the County Auditor, pay the whole of the assessment on such property,
with interest accrued to the date of payment, to the City Treasurer, except that no interest
shall be charged if the entire assessment is paid within 30 days from the adoption of this
resolution and they may, at any time thereafter, pay to the City Treasurer the entire
amount of the assessment remaining unpaid, with interest accrued to December 31 of the
year in which such payment is made. Such payment must be made before November 15 or
interest will be charged through December 31 of the next succeeding year.
The clerk shall forthwith transmit a certified duplicate of this assessment to
the County Auditor to be extended on the property tax lists of the County. Such
assessment shall be collected and paid over in the same manner as other municipal taxes.
Adopted this 5th day of October, 1999.
Motion for adoption of the resolution seconded by Member Faust
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Rollcall:
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Kelly, Johnson, Maetzold
Resolution adopted.
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HEARING DATE SET OF OCTOBER 19, 1999, FOR ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
ESTABLISHING A TIME LIMIT FOR USE OF AN APPROVED FINAL DEVELOPMENT
PLAN Member Faust said she removed the hearing date set of October 19, 1999, for
Development Plan for further clarification.
I- Ordinance Amendment Establishing a Time Limit for Use of an Approved Final
Mr. Hughes replied that both issues will be heard, but only the zoning ordinance amendment
requires a public hearing.
Member Faust made a motion setting the hearing date of October 19,1999, for ordinance
amendment establishing a time limit for use of an approved final development plan.
Member Hovland seconded the motion.
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Johnson, Kelly, Maetzold
Motion carried.
COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHY PERMIT GRANTED 4602 GOLF TERRACE Mr.
Hughes informed the Council that Hometime Video Productions, Inc., is a production
company that produces the nationally broadcast PBS show called Hometime. It is a program
that documents home remodeling and is seen locally on KTCA TV.
Hometime Video Production purchased the home at 4602 Golf Terrace where they have plans
to film nine, thirty-minute programs for future broadcast. Filming started in June and they
expect to be filming for 25 more days. Once the staff at Hometime Video Production realized
they needed a permit, they applied for that permit. Hometime before permits were required.
The reason for the hearing before the Council is the Code requires Council approval if
filming lasts longer than ten days.
Dean Johnson, President of Hometirne Video Productions, Inc., explained the production
schedule and the way the home at 4602 Golf Terrace is being remodeled.
Following a brief Council discussion, Member Johnson closed the public hearing and
Member Hovland seconded the motion.
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Johnson, Kelly, Maetzold
Motion carried.
Member Hovland made a motion @anting the issuance of a Commercial Photography
Permit to Hometime Video Productions, Inc., at 4602 Golf Terrace. Member Johnson
seconded the motion.
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Johnson, Kelly, Maetzold
Motion carried.
USWEST WIRELESS ANTENNA REQ.UEST APPROVED FOR FOX MEADOW LANE
AND BLAKE ROAD Assistant Manager Anderson explained USWest Wireless requested to
co-locate on a civil defense tower on the southeast corner of Blake Road and Fox Meadow
Lane. Their request is to place three antennas fifteen feet higher than the existing civil defense
site. He added the proposal would have USWest construct a new pole on City parkland and
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move the civil defense siren to the top of the new pole and place three panel antennas below
the site. USWest would also construct some base station cabinets on the parkland next to the
tower. USWest would pay the City $750 a month to lease the site. Staff presented graphics
describing the proposal and discussing the lease terms.
Dale Kasper, and Anthony Segale, Executive Director, USWest Wireless, explained the base
cabinets as well as the entire installation.
Member Kelly made a motion approving the USWest Wireless Antenna Request for co-
location at Blake Road and Fox Meadow Lane subject to approval of the landscape plan for
the site. Member Johnson seconded the motion.
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Johnson, Kelly, Maetzold
Motion carried.
*MINUTE CORRECTION FOR AUGUST 26, 1999, LOT DIVISION FOR 6204 FOX
MEADOW LANE AND 5204 BLAKE ROAD SOUTH, CHANGE OF LEGAL
DESCRIPTION Motion made by Member Kelly and seconded by Member Johnson
approving the Minutes correction of August 3,1999, legal description for Lot Division for
6204 Fox Meadow Lane and 5204 Blake Road South, as follows: (new text is underlined)
'"HEREAS, the following described properties are at present single tracts of land
PARCEL I: Lot 5, Block 1 OAK PONDS OF INTERLACHEN, according to the recorded
plat thereof, Hennepin County, Minnesota.
PARCEL 2 Tract B, REGISTERED LAND SURVEY NO. 1404, according to the
recorded plat thereof, Hennepin County, Minnesota
WHEREAS, the owners have requested the subdivision of said tracts into separate parcels
(herein called "Parcels") described as follows:
PARCEL 1: Lot 5, Block 1 OAK PONDS OF INTERLACHEN, according to the recorded
plat thereof, Hennepin County, Minnesota; and the west 25 feet of Tract B,
REGISTERED LAND SURVEY NO. 1404 as measured along the north and south lines
thereof.
PARCEL 2 Tract B, REGISTERED LAND SURVEY No. 1404, except the west 25.00 feet
as measured along - the north and south lines thereof."
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Motion carried on rollcall vote - five ayes.
DECISION RESOURCES COMMUNITY SURVEY REPORT PRESENTED Mr. Hughes
introduced Dr. William Morris, President of Decision Resources, Ltd. Dr. Morris presented an
overview of the survey that he undertook on behalf of the City. He introduced Mark Koegler
from Hoisington Koegler who would explain further about how the results will move the
City into the next phase of the 20/20 vision planning process.
Dr. Morris explained that:
I 0 400 residents of the City were randomly selected
0 Interview took average of 25 minutes
0 Results were completed via telephone between July 15 and August 2,1999.
He summarized that:
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+ 69 percent of those surveyed approved of the job performance of the Mayor and
Council. Lower ratings stemmed from "zoning issues" , %pending" and "the former
mayor". + 90 percent felt the City has "about the right" number of service and retail
establishments and parks and open spaces. + 88 percent of those surveyed felt the City has "about the right" number of service
and retail establishments and parks and open spaces. + 85 percent regarded age diversity in the City as "about right". + 71 percent saw the number of entertainment and dining establishments as ttabout
right" but 28 percent thought there were "too few". + 68 percent felt the number of condominiums and townhouses as "about right" but
14 percent saw "too few" and 8 percent saw "too many". + 64 percent thought income diversity was "about right" while 27 percent thought
there was "too little". + 59 percent rated the number of trails and bike paths as "about right: while 26
percent felt there were "too few". + 59 percent rated the number of sidewalks as "about right" while 36 percent saw it
as "too little". + 57 percent thought the number of housing opportunities for the elderly was "about
right": but 21 percent thought there were "too few". Twenty-one percent were
uncertain. + 55 percent labeled the number of rental housing units as "about right; 14 percent
thought there were "too few; and 6 percent felt there were "too many". The
remaining 25 percent were unsure. + 47 percent thought the amount of racial diversity in the community was "too little,"
but 45 percent saw it as "about right."
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Mr, Anderson noted that although "Edina 20/20" was to be completed by this fall, but there is
about six months more work to be done.
Mark Koegler, Hoisington Koegler Group, explained the survey was a catalyst to glean
information for the 20/20 Vision process which will now begin in November.
No Council action was taken.
RESOLUTION ADOPTED APPROVING LEVY CERTIFICATION FOR TAX RATE
INCREASE Mr. Hughes noted a new law that all cities over 500 population must pass a
resolution if the levy for the subsequent year will result in a tax rate increase. Under the law,
the County Auditor is required to provide information to affected cities and the County
Board that will allow the City to calculate what its tax rate would be in the coming year if the
levy was held constant. Essentially, a baseline tax rate is computed based on the prior year's
levy and the current year tax base. The Resolution only has to affirm that the "levy
certification tax rate" will increase, it does not have to specify an amount of increase. The
Resolution is required to be filed with the County Auditor by October 20th.
Member Johnson made a motion seconded by Mayor Maetzold closing the public hearing
authorizing a tax rate increase for the 1999 tax levy, collectible in 200Q.
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Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Johnson, Kelly, Maetzold
Motion carried. I Following a brief Council discussion, Member Hovland introduced the following resolution
and moved its adoption.
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A TAX RATE INCREASE
FOR THE 1999 TAX LEVY,
COLLECTIBLE IN 2000
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Edina, County of Hennepin,
Minnesota, that the County Auditor is authorized to fix a property tax rate for taxes
payable in the year 2000 that is higher than the tax rate calculated pursuant to Minnesota
Statues g275.078 for the City for taxes levied in 1998, collectible in 1999.
Adoption of this resolution does not prohibit the City from certifying a final levy
that will result in no tax rate increase or a tax rate decrease.
The City Clerk is hereby instructed to transmit a certified copy of this resolution to
the county auditor of Hennepin County Minnesota.
Adopted by the City Council on October 5,1999.
Attest: fh v
Motion for adoption of the resolution was seconded by Member Johnson. I Mayor
Rollcall: Faust, Hovland, Johnson, Kelly, Maetzold
Resolution adopted.
CLAIMS PAID Motion made by Member Kelly approving payment of the following
claims as shown in detail on the Check Register dated September 29,1999,, and consishg
of 29 pages: General Fund $312303.59; C.D.B.G. $15,000.00; Communications $375.45;
Working Capital $11,804.85; Art Center $15,006.78; Golf Dome Fund $163.84; Swimming
Pool Fund $379.30; Golf 'Course Fund $22,359.01; Ice Arena Fund $8,613.88;
Edinborough/Centennial Lakes $10,477.87; Utility Fund $304,032.06; Storm Sewer Utility
Fund $7,798.18; Liquor Dispensv Fund $203,229.56; Construction Fund $734.90; TOTAL
*$912,479.27. Member Faust seconded the motion.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Faust, Hovland, Kelly, Johnson, Maetzold
Motion carried.
There being no further business on the Council Agenda, Mayor Maetzold adjourned the
Council Meeting at 1O:lO p.m.
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