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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990-05-08 e e - AGENDA Regular Council Meeting 7:38 O'C1ock P.M. May 8, 1998 1. Approval of the Minutes of April 24, 1998. 2. Hearings: A. Re~~lution 90-69, ordering improvements to the 400 Block of 3rd Street NE between Mott Avenue and 5th Avenue NE. B. Resolution 90-70, request for sideyard setback variance at Buckeye Manor Group Home, 124 SW 1st Avenue. c. ~~lution 90-71, request for sign variance for a business sign at a lalff;ully nonconforming comnercial activity at 1929 Hulet Avenue, subnitted by Holmblad Trucking, Inc. D. Re~"lution 90-72, request for conditional use permit for the expansion of €(fi,cational facilities and parking improvements at Our Savior's Lutheran Chnrch, 1207 Prairie Avenue. E. ~"lution 90-73, request for a variance for an oversized accessory structure in a RI-Low Density Residential district at 2349 Cardinal Avenue, submitted by Robert Dube. 3. Bids: None. 4. Requests to be Heard: None. 5. Items for Discussion: A. Or~ inance 90-06, amending massage therapist requirements, on second reading. B. Re~"lution 90-67, directing amendments to the 1990 budget as a result of LGl. reductions from the State of Minnesota. e e e 6. Routine F'~~iness: A. Approve list of bills in the amount of $172,273.15. B. Receive and file' application for gambling license - River Bend Nature Center. C. R~eive and file changes in WestMarc Cable billing procedures. D. Resolution 98-74, petitioning the Comnissioner of Transportation to conduct Sl1'~aring for an at grade railroad crossing. E. Resolution 98-68, authorizing Mayor and City Acininistrator to execute agreement for paint stripping of airport runway. F. Re~eive and file final revised Planning Comnission by-law amencinents. G. R~eive and file Faribault Area Senior Citizens, Inc. United Way application. H. R~eive and file Ila Siemer application to the Minnesota Board on Aging. I. Re~Qlution 98-75, authorizing submission of MHFA application for Minnesota Rural and Urban Homesteading Program Funding. J. Re~eive and file Hulet Avenue right-of-way status - refer to Finance Cormittee. K. Elderly Transportation Program - refer to Finance Comnittee. L. Re~eive and file Farmer Seed Variance status. M. Receive and file Bruce Boudreau Planning Comnission resignation - refer to Personnel Comnittee. N. Re~()lution 98-76, authorize Mayor and City Administrator to execute Public Improvement/Redevelopment Contract in conjunction with Faribault FOOds, In~. Expansion project. o. Rec~ive and file Finance Comnittee report on 1988 Single Family Bond PrClgram. P. Apr~ove application for Temporary On Sale 3.2 Beer License - Faribault La}'~r' s Baseball Association, Inc. e e e Regular Council Meeting of May 8, 199B The 01uncil of the City of Faribault met in regular session in the Council Chambers of City Hall on Tuesday, May 8, 199B, at 7:3B O'Clock p.m. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Purdie. On roll call those present were: Councilmembers Erickson, Hanscom, Kindseth, Meillier, Rice, Waarvik, and Mayor Purdie. Also present were: City Administrator Patrick Hentges, Executive Secretary Linda Tousignant, Director of Finance & Planning Dale Martinson, City Planner John Jensvold, Director of Engineering Dan Behrens, Director of Public Safety Genff Smith, and Director of Community Development Steve Griesert. Councilmember Hanscom moved to approve the minutes of April 24, 199B. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Meillier and adopted unanimously. A public hearing was held on the request for improvements to the 4BB Block of 3rd Street NE between Mott Avenue and 5th Avenue NE. The City Acininistrator explained that a petition was received from five property owners on the 4BB Block of 3rd Street to include their street as part of the 199B Reconstruction Program. Improvement of this block could be added as supplemental agreement to the street contracts currently underway. Councilmember Rice asked about the width of the street anc the City Engineer indicated it would be 24 feet wide and that possibly parking mstrictions may have to be looked at. . No one present wished to be heard. After discussion and comments, Councilmember Rice moved for the adoption of Resolution 9B-69, ordering improvements to the 4f(JB Block of 3rd Street NE between W>tt Avenue and 5th Avenue NE. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Meillier and adopted unanimously. A public hearing was held on the request for a sideyard setback variance at Buckeye Mnnor Group Home, 124 SW 1st Avenue. The City Planner explained that Buckeye Manor was proposing a 24 foot two-story addition to the existing group home to alleviate crowded conditions. He went over the site plan indicating that the north area is the only feasible area to expand. The Group Home must also receive approval fram Rice County due to the historical nature of the house as the building is on the National Register. The Planning Commission reviewed the request under both the normal variance standards and historical variance standards and felt Buckeye could construct a 19 foot addition without a variance. They felt the addition as proposed would have a negative impact on the adjoining property. The Commission did not feel comfortable with a five foot setback due to the height of the addition. Councilmember Rice expressed concerned about how close the addition would be to the adjacent property because Buckeye does have other alte:r.natives. Ted McCain, representative of Buckeye Manor, was present and stated he spoke with the neighbor and he had no objections. Councilmember Meillier expressed concern with obstructing access to the property for fire protectior and if there would be in increase in residents. Mr. McCain indicated there would be no increase in permanent residents but would provide temporary housing ar requested by Social Services. The City Planner indicated the fire access was not an issue because the current grade of the property makes it impossible as it is now. There was discussion about the variance being economic in nature and the fact that Buckeye did have other expansion alternatives which would not need a variance. After discussion and comments, Councilmember Rice moved to deny Resolution 9B-7B, request for a sideyard setback variance at Buckeye Manor Group Home, 124 SW 1st Avenue. Motion was seconded by Councilmerrher Kindseth and adopted unanimously. e e e A pub] ic hearing was held on the request for a sign variance for a business sign at a lawfully nonconforming conmercial activity at 1929 Hulet Avenue, sutmi tted by Holmblad Trucking, Inc. The City Planner reported that Holmblad Trucking I',dshed to construct a pylon sign for their business at 1929 Hulet Avenue which is currently zoned R-2, Residential. The sign would be 6.6 feet in height and 8.6 fe.~t wide and set back approximately 15 feet on a 15.3 acre parcel. The Planning Conmission reviewed the request and felt it would not have an adverse effect on the neighborhood due to the parcel's size. No one present wished to be heard. After brief discussion, Councilmember Waarvik moved for the adoption of Resolution 9"-71, approving request for sign variance for a business sign at a lawfull~' nonconforming conmercial activity at 1929 Hulet Avenue, sutmitted by Holmblad ~lrucking, Inc. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Rice and adopted unanimous1 y. A public hearing was held on the request for a conditional use permit for the expansion of educational facilities and parking improvements at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 12"7 prairie Avenue. The City Planner explained that Our Savior's Church is proposing completion of Phase III to their Church. This involves t'1e addition of a l2,S"" sq. ft. educational center. The expansion does not increase the sanctuary seating, therefore, does not impact the parking requirements. The Planning Conmission reviewed the matter and felt the parking area should be improved with paving and a concrete curb. They also discussed landscaping for the area. The Conmission recomnended improvement of the parking lot wi thin two years and landscaping completion in one year. The Council discussed improvement of the parking area and the two-year timeline for that. They were concerned with the precedent that would result by allowing two years for comple:tion. CUrrently the city ordinance calls for completion within one year unles"- specified otherwise in the conditional use permit. In the past, the Council he'" not allowed more than one year. Larry Horstmann was present on behalf of the Church and indicated they hoped to begin construction in June with completioIl in November. Councilmember Waarvik asked when the Church planned to schedule the paving. Mr. Horstmann indicated they would probably pave it next sumner. T'1e Council expressed the need to not extend the one year time line and the Churct' seemed agreeable to that. After further discussion and comnents, Councilmetrber Rice moved for the adoption of Resolution 9"-72, approving request for conditional use permit for the expansion of educational facilities and parking irrorovements at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 12"7 prairie Avenue, as amended to have completion of parking improvements wi thin one year. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Kindseth and adopted unanimously. A public hearing was held on the request for a variance for an oversized accessory structure in a Rl-Low Density Residential district at 2349 Cardinal Avenue, su'uitted by Robert Dube. The City Planner went over the background of the variance request explaining Mr. Dube received a building permit last June for an 18 X 22 foot garage. The garage he actually constructed was 25 x 19 and he then proce~ed to put a basement under the garage and add a second story. The building O~ficial spoke to Mr. Dube regarding the basement and construction of the upper story. Mr. Dube then came before the Council requesting a variance in order to complete the second story. The Planning Comnission reviewed the request for a variance to allow a second story and reconmended denial. They felt the proposed u~per story excessive and that denial of the variance would not create a hardship. The City Planner noted that in a residential area there is a height 2 e e e restrictio~ and that is why the variance is needed. Mr. Dube was present and explained that he needed more storage and wished to do so by adding a second story. Co'mcilmember Waarvik asked why he built a bigger garage than the permit allowed ar~ put in the basement without a permit and having it inspected. Mr. Dube indic":1ted he needed more room. Councilmember Rice asked if construction of the baseIllE'!nt is permissible and if a permit needed to be issued. The City Planner ex,?lained a basement is permissible but it was not inspected while being built, the",:,efore, the Building Official will not issue a permit for the basement. Mr. Dube indicated he put a steel beam to support the basement as reconmended by William Brodersen, an architect from Northfield. There was discussion regarding the status of the basement. Councilmember Kindseth pointed out that Mr. Dube must apply for a corrected building permit for the oversizing of the garage and the addition of the basement and must get proper certification by the Building Off icial 0'( further action would be taken. After much discussion, Councilmember Waarvik mo",ed to defeat Resolution 9f/J-73, request for a variance for an oversized accessory structure in a Rl-Low Density Residential district at 2349 Cardinal Avenue, su':mitted by Robert Dube. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Rice and adopted un~nimously. Councilmember Erickson moved to pass Ordinance 9f/J-f/J6, amending massage therapist requirements, on second reading. Motion was seconded by Counci1member Meillier a'"\d upon roll call adopted unanimously. The City Administrator reported that during the 199f/J legislative session a tax bill w~s passed which cut $15.7 million in LGA payments to cities for 199f/J. This means Faribault will receive $79,f/Jf/J9.f/Jf/J less in LGA this year. The bill also freez~s LGA and Equalization Aid for future years. The Finance Conmittee reviewed the impact the reduction in State Aid will have on the City and the proposed ra.ductions in City Departments as a result of that. Resolution 9f/J-27 proposes the use of $2f/J,f/Jf/Jf/J in cash reserves to cover unexpected retirement separation costs. Because this is a permanent reduction, the Council will have to look at many issues during the 1991 budget process. Councilmember Kindseth noted conc~rn with the 1991 budget due to the reductions in aid and increase in costs. Cnuncilmember Rice pointed out the need to look at services versus capital orltlay and that long-term planning will be crucial. After much discussion and conments by the Council, Councilmember Waarvik moved for the adoption 0:4: Resolution 9f/J-67, directing amendments to the 199f/J budget as a result of LGA reductions from the State of Minnesota. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Rice and adopted unanimously. Counci1member Kindseth asked to abstain from voting on Routine Business due to a conflict of interest with Item 6.N. Councilmember Waarvik moved to approve the following under Routine Business: A. B. Ap~rove list of bills in the amount of $172,273.15. Re~eive and file application for gambling license - River Bend Nature Ce~ter. Re~eive and file changes in WestMarc Cable billing procedures. Re~olution 9f/J-74, petitioning the Conmissioner of Transportation to co,duct a hearing for an at grade railroad crossing. C. D. 3 E. e F. G. H. I. J. K. L. M. N. o. P. Re~olution 9~-68, authorizing Mayor and City Administrator to execute arreement for paint stripping of airport runway. Receive and file final revised Planning Commission by-law amendments. RE'ceive and file Faribault Area Senior Citizens, Inc. United Way afnlication. R~eive and file Ila Siemer application to the Minnesota Board on Aging. Resolution 9~-75, authorizing su1:mission of MUFA application for Minnesota Rural and Urban Homesteading Program Funding. Receive and file Hulet Avenue right-of-way status - refer to Finance CC'mnittee. Elderly Transportation Program - refer to Finance Committee. Receive and file Farmer Seed Variance status. Receive and file Bruce Boudreau Planning Commission resignation - refer tC' Personnel Committee. Re~olution 9~-76, authorize Mayor and City Administrator to execute P\.'hlic Improvement/Redevelopment Contract in conjunction with Faribault FC'ods, Inc. Expansion project. R~eive and file Finance Committee report on 198~ Single Family Bond Program. Afnrove application for Temporary On Sale 3.2 Beer License - Faribault Lc~er's Baseball Association, Inc. CouncilmeIl'ber Rice asked about the Highland crossing hearing and the timetable associatee with that. The Administrator indicated if the crossing is approved it would be a 1991 project. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Hanscom and adopted uranimously (Kindseth abstained). e Councilmember Hanscom moved to adjourn at 8:45 p.m. Motion was adopted unanimously. e Respectfully su1:mitted, ~d~~ Linda Tousignant Executive Secretary 4