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102483 CC Reg Min . CITY OF SHOREWOOD REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY, OCTOBER 24, 1983 COUNCIL CHAMBERS 5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD 7:30 PM M I NUT E S CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Shorewood City Council was called to order by Mayor Rascop at 7:30 PM, October 24, 1983, in the Council Chambers. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and a prayer. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Rascop, Councilmembers Haugen, Shaw, Stover and Gagne Staff: Attorney Larson, Engineer Norton, Administrator Uhrhammer, Planner Nielsen, and Clerk Kennelly APPROVAL OF MINUTES Stover moved, seconded by Gagne, to approve the minutes of October 3, 1983, as written. Motion carried unanimously. 4It CITIZEN'S FORUM Ron Kokesh Fence Report A letter form Stephen C. Davis, representing Ron Kokesh of 26260 Birch Bluff Road, was read by Mayor Rascop. The letter questioned why the fence permit, that was granted by the Council, had not been issued yet. Mr. Christensen of 26190 Birch Bluff Road was present, and withdrew his wife's letter of the approval for Kokesh fence along their property line. Haugen moved, seconded by Shaw, to reconsider the Resolution #72-83 approving the construction of the Kokesh fence variance granted October 3, 1983. Motion carried - 4 ayes (Rascop did not vote because of a previous nay vote on motion.) Stover moved, seconded by Gagne, to rescind the variance allowing the six (6) foot fence along the east property line of Kokesh's property. Motion carried - 4 ayes - 1 abstain (Shaw) Haugen moved, seconded by Gagne, to approve a four (4) foot fence along the east property line to extend to the Northeast corner of the Kokesh house. Motion carried - 4 ayes - 1 abstain (Shaw) 4It Signage Request A request for new signage along Covington Road was made by Louis and Colleen Bellamy of 5795 Covington Road. Council referred the matter to the police for recommendation. , REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 24, 1983 page two 7:45 PUBLIC HEARING RESOLUTION NO. 73-83 Richard Smith - 5860 Ridge Road A Public Hearing was opened at 8:03 PM to hear a request of Richard Smith for a simple subdivision with a variance because the lot will front on a nonpublic road. Mrs. Voegel asked how large the lots would be. Each lot will contain 70,000 square feet. Public portion was closed at 8:05 PM. Council questioned whether the lot is buildable. Mr. Smith has an Engineer's report stating that the lot is buildable. Building Official would like the report placed in the property file. Haugen moved, seconded by Rascop, to approve the subdivision in accord- ance with the 5 conditions recommended by the Planner. Motion carried unanimously by Roll Call Vote. 5 ayes. . 8:00 PM PUBLIC HEARING RESOLUTION NO. 74-83 P.U.D. Concept Stage Approval - Robert Peterson - 5474 Covington Rd. Public Hearing was opened at 8:10 PM. Review of the plan was presented by Mr. Peterson. Public portion of the hearing was closed with one public comment at 8:13 PM. Stover moved, seconded by Gagne, to approve the P.U.D. Concept Stage Approval for a 5 lot division and to reserve the right to divide Lot 5 at the time when an access can be obtained, also to include the Planner's recommendation and increase the road width to 50 feet and the cul-de-sac to 100 foot circle. Motion carried unanimously by Roll Call Vote. 5 ayes. 8:30 PM PUBLIC HEARING Henry Arent - 4e12 Ferncroft Drive RESOLUTION NO. 75-83 Mr. Arent presented his request to improve a nonconforming structure. He would like to up-date this building to current building codes. This building was purchased as a double unit in a single family zone. Public comments were voiced by Mrs. Meakins, Harriet Setnan, Mrs. Tierney, Mr. Post and Mr. Wang. They commented on: 1. What neighbors thought of the use? 2. How long dois the "Grandfather" clause exist? 3. Single family zones should contain only single family housing. 4. Complaint on insufficent parking area for two families. 5. Current drainage problem exists. ~ Public portion of the hearing was closed at 8:15 PM. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 24, 1983 page three ~ ARENT HEARING-continued Planner Nielsen reviewed his report for the audience and Council. The request is to alter a nonconforming structure with a nonconforming use. The Planner suggested it be brought up to code as a single family dwelling. Gagne moved, seconded by Shaw, to instruct Attorney Larson to draw a Resolution denying the request. Motion carried unanimously for denial. Haugen moved, seconded by Shaw, to reduce the sewer service charges to ODe unit, inform tax assessor of reduced use of structure to single family and to include approval of setback variances necessary to issue a building permit for improvements to the existing structure. Motion carried unanimously. PRESENTATION OF CITIZENS NOTICE - JIM BEAL ~::~li-+ :'()~' 2U2Y~'M~ Jioad,pt'es,en ~ e~, thePOiUnc i1' 'w1t~~~''a.''B1$~ed '~ti1;.1~nstating:' ",~' ' . " +,'''':,' .~.,:~ "....;,;;)~.'~ ,.,......~.;,::_,,1, '",,'~\..:.'- < . t l~ -,. ~.f. "...... i". ".'~..t~ ~ ~..' WE, THE UNDERSIGNED RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF SHOREWOOD, MINNESOTA DO HEREBY REQUEST OUR MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL TO IMMEDIAT- ELY RESCIND AND REVOKE ALL CITY ORDINANCES, POLICIES AND PLANS WHICH HAVE THE EFFECT OF INCURRING ANY FURTHER MONETARY EXPENDITURES FOR THE USE OF WATER WITHIN THE BOUNDARIES OF THE CITY OF SHOREWOOD, WHICH COSTS ARE IN ANY WAY REFLECTED IN THE GENERAL TAX LEVY OF THIS COMMUNITY. e FURTHER, WE DO HEREBY DEMAND THAT THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL IMMEDIATELY RESCIND AND VACATE THE ACTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL TAKEN ON OCTOBER 3, 1983 AND REDRAFT THE CITY BUDGET SO AS TO REQUIRE ALL RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF SHOREWOOD WHO ARE RECEIVING CITY WATER TO PAY FOR SUCH WATER IN FULL. THAT WE FURTHER DEMAND THAT THE CITY OF SHOREWOOD HONOR ITS PRIOR COMMITMENTS AND PROMISES TO THE TAX-PAYING PUBLIC OF SHOREWOOD WHICH HAS CONSISTENTLY PROMISED ALL RESIDENTS THAT NO ATTEMPT WOULD EVER BE MAKE TO PASS THE COST OF THE WATER WELLS LOCATED IN THE CITY TO THE TAX-PAYING PUBLIC IN GENERAL. THAT FINALLY, IN THE EVENT THAT THE MAYOR OR ANY OF THE COUNCIL MEMBERS REFUSE TO HONOR THESE FUNDAMENTAL REQUESTS, THAT THOSE PER- SONS IMMEDIATELY RESIGN THEIR POSITIONS ON THE BASIS OF THEIR FAIL- URE TO BE RESPONSIVE TO THE WISHES OF THE GENERAL PUBLIC IN AND FOR SHOREWOOD, MINNESOTA. Mr. Beal stated, "that if the Council did not go along with the requests made on this petition, that legal action will be taken". e Mr. Beal submitted the original petitions to Clerk Kennelly to be held for clarification of signatures and to be filed with the Council minutes. . . e REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 24, 1983 page four Statements and questions regarding budget, financial problems, suggested budget cuts and solutions and compromises were received from: Clair Towne Jay Venero Mrs. Towne Mrs Voegel Tom Lowe Howard Rice Mrs. Gerber Mariane Johnston Mary Lopez Mr. Beal Mike Pierro Tore Gram Tom Wartman Mr. Post Lenore Johnson Gordon Hull Council and Staff responded to questions as requested. Mayor Rascop invited Mr. Beal and Mr. Towne to attend a information meeting with Administrator Uhrhammer and himself on Tuesday, October 25, 1983, at 6:00 PM. Beal and Towne agreed to attend. COUNCIL BREAK 10:14.......................10:23 EUREKA ROAD EXTENSION PETITION Gene Ruffenach of 25725 Birch Bluff Road presented a petition requesting the Council to allow the area residents to continue installing and maintaining a dock on the extension of platted Eureka Road on Lake Minnetonka. The Council will set policy on all road extensions to the lake prior to the "ice out" in the spring of 1984. (Petition filed with the minutes) COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT GUIDELINES Planner Nielsen presented guidelines to follow to allow amendments to be made to the Comprehensive Plan. He requested the Council to adopt this second draft (first reading) as policy. Council reviewed these guidelines. Haugen moved, seconded by Gagne, to accept this second draft as an administrative policy and to review this policy again in a years time. Motion carried - 4 ayes - 1 abstain (Rascop) PARK COMMISSION Marty Jakel requested a letter be sent to retiring Lonnie Cousins, commending her for all her efforts and the good work she accomplished while on the Park Commission. He would also like a news release in the local paper asking for interested residents to file for her position. Park Commission discussed "Ice Rink Management Policy", sound system, benches for rinks and sharing equipment and personnel with other cities. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 24, 1983 page five . ATTORNEY'S REPORT Greenwood Lift Station Trial has been set for October 29, 1983 in front of Judge Riley. Non-dedicated land - Edgewood Road (Garber) Attorney Larson would like the Council to instruct him as to how much land the Council would like to obtain for right-of-way in this area. Haugen moved, seconded by Rascop, to request 15 feet on the North side of 26980 Edgewood Road for snow removal and maintenance. Motion carried unanimously. ENGINEER'S REPORT Boulder Bridge 2nd Addition Engineer Norton is recommending allowing Tom Wartman to go ahead with the underground work on his 2nd Addition according to the Engineer's letter of recommendation. Mr. Wartman has agreed to follow the Engineer's letter, all plans and specifications, and the conditions set in the Preliminary Plat approval. He has agreed to pay for all inspection costs made by the City. . Rascop moved, seconded by Haugen, to approve the start up of the underground utilities for Boulder Bridge 2nd Addition. Motion carried. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT ORDINANCE NO. 150 Amendment to Ordinance 77 - Telephone Switching Station The third reading of the Ordinance amendment to include "telephone switching station"was reviewed and changes were made. Rascop moved, seconded by Haugen, to adopt the amendment as corrected. Ordinance amendment was approved - 4 ayes - 1 nay (Shaw) Robert Brown Variance RESOLUTION NO. 76-83 Resolution to approve a variance for Robert Brown on the property located at 20680 Garden Road was presented. Stover moved, seconded by Rascop, to approve the variance by this Resolution. Motion approved - 5 ayes by Roll Call Vote. Cathcart Park Requests Administrator Uhrhammer addressed Mr. Gary Carlson's request. The City will remove the poles from the road side, and Chanhassen will deal with the other requests that were made. e Insurance Bid Review Meeting The meeting will be held at 6:30 PM - Thursday, October 27, 1983. Finance Committee Appointment The Finance Committee has four current members: Ed Bergslien, John Bridge, Kitty Francen and Steve Frazier. , . - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 24, 1983 page six Rascop moved, seconded by Haugen, to appoint Mary Cronin and Kathy Amlow as new members to the Finance Committee. Motion carried unanimously. MAYOR'S REPORT Drug Awareness Fund Mayor Rascop would like suggestions on how the funds would best be used. LMCD Dock expansion has been requested by Schmidt Marina on Excelsior Bay. Christmas Lake Home Owners Association The Home Owners Association donated their 1983 dues to the City Park Fund. The check for $100.00 was gratefully accepted with appreciation from the Council. Police Department Request The Police Department is requesting a 9% increase in salary plus uniforms and miscellaneous other benefits. Council felt that the 12th partolman should not be hired until the Greenwood/Deephaven merger has been voted on. Traffic Survey A request for a 20 M.P.H. speed limit on Enchanted Lane. Administrator Uhrhammer will submit request to Minnesota Dept. of Transportation for speed study. COUNCIL REPORT Cable Bill Haugen requested the Council's support in opposing a bill before the Congress that would remove a lot of the cities control over the cable system and give it to the Cable companies. Rascop moved, seconded by Haugen, to draft a letter in opposition to the Cable Bill and forward to our representative in Congress. Motion carried unanimously. APPROVAL OF CLAIMS AND ADJOURNMENT Haugen moved, seconded by Rascop, to approve claims for payment to be followed by adjournment at 12:50 AM. Motion carried unanimously. General Fund [acct #00166] Checks Liquor Fund ]acct #00174] Checks Respectfully submitted, ;r~ f?~ .----" Mayor Sandra L. Kennelly SLK: sn