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COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 1999 7:00 P.M.
AGENDA SCANNED
1.
CONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
A. Roll Call -
Mayor Love
Stover
Garfunkel
Lizee
Zerby
B . Review Agenda
2.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. City Council Special Meeting Minutes February 8, 1999 (Att.42A Minutes)
B . City Council Regular Meeting Minutes February 8, 1999 (Att.42B
Minutes)
3.
CONSENT AGENDA - Motion to approve items on Consent Agenda & Adopt
Resolutions Therein:
A. A Motion Approving a request for a Block Parry - July 4, 1999 from 10:30
a.m. to 1:00 p.m. - Maple Leaf Circle
B . A Motion to Establish May 22, 1999 as Spring Clean Up Day
C . A Motion to Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City to Apply for 1999
Recycling Grant and Execution of Contract (Att.43C Proposed Resolution)
NOTE. Give the public an opportunity to request an item be
removed from the Consent Agenda. Comments can be taken or
questions asked following removal from Consent Agenda.
4.
MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR (No Council action will be taken.)
5.
DISCUSSION WITH GUY PETERSON & TOM CASWELL FROM
METROPOLITAN COUNCIL ON PARTICIPATING IN THE LOCAL
HOUSING INCENTIVES ACCOUNT PROGRAM UNDER THE
METROPOLITAN LIVABLE COMMUNITIES ACT YEAR 1999 (Att.-
#5 Proposed Resolution)
6.
PARKS - Report by Representative
Report on February 9,1999 Park Commission Meeting (Att. -#6 Draft
Minutes) -
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7. PLANNING Report by Representative
A. A Motion Directing Staff to Prepare a Findings of Facts Regarding a
Conditional Use Permit for Minnewashta Elementary School (Att. -#7A
Planner's Memorandum)
Applicant: Independent School District No. 276
Location: 26350 Smithtown Road
B . A Motion Adopting a Resolution Approving a Conditional Use Permit for
Accessory Space in Excess of 1,200 Square Feet (Att. -#7B Planner's
Memorandum; Draft Resolution)
Applicant: Zelman Levine
Location: 20115 Manor Road
8. A MOTION REGARDING AN APPEAL FOR ADDITIONAL TIME
TO COMPLY WITH A ZONING VIOLATION NOTICE (Att. - #8
Planner's Memorandum)
Appellant: Ryan Nelson and Chris Wagner
Location: 5540 Wedgewood Dr.
9. A MOTION REGARDING AN APPEAL FOR ADDITIONAL TIME
TO COMPLY WITH A ZONING VIOLATION NOTICE (Att. -#9
Planner's Memorandum)
Appellant: Brian Ohland
Location: 25895 Smithtown Road.
10. REVIEW OF LAND USE AND NATURAL RESOURCES SECTIONS
OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (Att. -#10 Planner's Memorandum)
11. ADMINISTRATOR & STAFF REPORTS
12. MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
13. ADJOURN SUBJECT TO APPROVAL OF CLAIMS (Att. -#12)
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Executive Summary
Shorewood City Council Regular Meeting
Monday, February 22, 1999
Agenda Item #7B: Zelman Levine proposes to build a new home at 20115 Manor Road.
His plans include a main level attached garage as well as a garage on the walkout
elevation, the total area of which exceeds 1200 square feet. The Planning Director
advises that the project complies in all respects with the requirements of the Shorewood
Zoning Code, and the Planning Commission has recommended unanimously to
recommend approval of a conditional use permit for accessory space in excess of 1200
square feet. In addition to the Planner's staff report, a draft resolution has been
included in the packet for your consideration. Approval by the Council requires a four -
fifths vote.
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Agenda Item #3A: The Shorewood Oaks neighborhood is requesting permission to use
Maple Leaf Circle on the fourth of July from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for a
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neighborhood gathering. They will also host a kiddy parade on Oak Leaf Trail and
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Shorewood Oaks Drive, but will be informed that the streets must remain open to
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through traffic as has been done in the past.
Agenda Item #3B: The City Council establishes a spring cleanup day each year whereby
residents can bring materials to Public Works or set out smaller items at their roadside
for pickup. We suggest this year's date to be Saturday, May 22. It would take a
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motion of the City Council for approval.
Agenda Item #3C: This item is brought before the City Council on an annual basis. It
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authorizes a submittal for a grant application to Hennepin County for recycling. The
1998 grant was for $21,332.
Agenda Item #5: Guy Peterson and Tom Caswell from the Metropolitan Council staff will
be present to briefly discuss with the Council the Livable Communities Act. I revised
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this proposed resolution to again include a goal of pursuing an estimated 60 units of
senior housing. This last resolutions passed by previous City Councils are also in your
for information.
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Agenda Item #7A: Representatives of the Minnetonka School District have requested a
conditional use permit to build a classroom addition at the rear of the existing school
building. The Planning Director's memorandum raises certain issues with respect to
the proposal. The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of
the conditional use permit, contingent upon the applicant submitting a detailed
landscape plan for the east side of the new addition, obtaining a Watershed District
permit regarding proposed drainage, and submitting a plan for overflow parking. It is
recommended that staff be directed to prepare a resolution with findings of fact for the
next regular meeting of the City Council. Approval of that resolution will require a
four - fifths vote by the Council.
Agenda Item #7B: Zelman Levine proposes to build a new home at 20115 Manor Road.
His plans include a main level attached garage as well as a garage on the walkout
elevation, the total area of which exceeds 1200 square feet. The Planning Director
advises that the project complies in all respects with the requirements of the Shorewood
Zoning Code, and the Planning Commission has recommended unanimously to
recommend approval of a conditional use permit for accessory space in excess of 1200
square feet. In addition to the Planner's staff report, a draft resolution has been
included in the packet for your consideration. Approval by the Council requires a four -
fifths vote.
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Executive Summary - City Council Meeting of February 22, 1999
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Agenda Item #8: Mr. Ryan has requested additional time to correct several violations of
Shorewood's Zoning and Nuisance Codes. Staff will do a follow -up inspection prior
to Monday night's meeting, and if noticeable progress has been made by the property
owner in cleaning up the site, it is recommended that he be granted an additional 30
days to complete the work. Failure to comply with the extended deadline should result
in further legal action (i.e. City removal of nuisance items and prosecution of the
zoning violations). Approval of the extension requires a simple majority vote by the
Council.
Agenda Item #9: Very similar to the Ryan case, Mr. Ohland has been give notice to correct
certain violations of the City's zoning and nuisance regulations. Assuming noticeable
progress has been made before Monday night's meeting, staff recommends that the
property owner be given until 22 March to complete the work. Failure to do so will
result in City cleanup of nuisance items and prosecution of the zoning violations.
Approval of the extension requires a simple majority vote by the Council.
Agenda Item #10: The Council will spend some time reviewing the land use and natural
resources sections of the Comprehensive Plan in order to submit the comments to the
Planning Commission for their review.
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CITY OF SHOREWOOD CONFERENCE ROOM
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING 5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 1999 6:00 P.M.
MIN UTES
1. CONVENE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
Mayor Love called the Special Meeting to order at 6:00 DRAFT
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A. Roll Call
Present: Mayor Love; Councilmembers Garfunkel, Lizee and Zerby
Absent: Councilmember Stover
B . Review Agenda
There were no changes to the agenda as presented.
2. INTERVIEW CANDIDATES TO REPRESENT THE CITY ON THE LAKE
MINNETONKA COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
The following three individuals were interviewed regarding their interest in serving on the
Communications Commission: Ron Johnson, Jeff Foust and Patrick Hodapp. Following the
interviews, there was the consensus of the Council members that Jeff Foust's name would be
placed on the resolution for consideration at the regular meeting beginning at 7:00 p.m.
The Council took a break at 6:25 p.m. and reconvened at 6:35 p.m. to meet with Malcolm Reid and
Pamela Blixt of the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District to discuss watershed issues. The
discussions were intended to assist the City Council to determine whether or not they would pass a
resolution recommending that Reid and Blixt be reappointed to the Watershed District Board of
Managers by the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners. That resolution was to be
considered at the regular meeting scheduled to begin at 7:00 p.m.
9 3. ADJOURN
Mayor Love adjourned the special meeting at 6:50 p.m.
ATTEST
WOODY LOVE, MAYOR
JAMES C. HURM, CITY ADMINISTRATOR
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 1999
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD
7:00 P.M.
MINUTES
1. CONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING 1 AFT
Mayor Love called the meeting to order at 7.04 p.m.
A. Roll Call
Present: Mayor Love; Councilmembers Garfunkel, Stover, Lizee and Zerby; Administrator
Jim Hurm; City Attorney Tim Keane; Planning Director Brad Nielsen; and Engineer
Larry Brown.
B . Review Agenda
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Mayor Love read the Agenda for February 8, 1999. The agenda was accepted as amended:
Councilmember Lizee requested item 3A be moved to 14A.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A . City Council Executive Session Minutes - January 25, 1999
Lizee moved, Zerby seconded to approve the City Council Executive Session
Minutes of January 25, 1999, as presented. Motion passed 510.
B . City Council Special Session Minutes - January 25, 1999
Garfunkel moved, Lizee seconded to approve the City Council Special Session
Minutes of January 25, 1999, as amended. Page 1, #2, "Interviews for
Performance Evaluation Consultant Position." Motion passed 510.
Lizee moved, Garfunkel seconded to approve the City Council Regular Meeting
Minutes of January 25, 1999 as amended: Page 5, Section D, "...on the site o f
Lake South Automotive..." Motion passed 510.
D. City Council Executive Session Minutes - February 1, 1999
Lizee moved, Garfunkel seconded to approve the City Council Executive Session
Minutes of February 1, 1999 as presented. Motion passed 510.
C . City Council Regular Meeting Minutes - January 25, 1999
E. City Council Special Session Minutes - February 1, 1999
Garfunkel moved, Zerby seconded to approve the City Council Special Session
Minutes of February 1, 1999 as amended: 11 1. Mayor Love called the Special
Meeting to order... "; Roll Call: Absent: Councilmember Stover. Motion passed
5/0.
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FEBRUARY 8, 1999 - PAGE 2
3. CONSENT AGENDA
Stover moved, Lizee seconded approving the Motions contained on the Consent
Agenda as amended, and Adopting the Resolutions therein.
A. A Motion to Approve the Request to Allow the Norwest Half
Marathon to Traverse the City on May 2, 1999 - THIS ITEM WAS
CONSIDERED AS ITEM #14A.
B . A Motion to Adopting RESOLUTION NO. 99 -007, "A Resolution
Accepting the Final Emergency Vehicle Preemption Devises (EVP)
Project and Approving the Signal Agreement - Highway 7."
Motion passed 510.
4. MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR
There were none at this time.
5. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION REGARDING STIPULATION OF A
SETTLEMENT IN THE MATTER OF EAGLE CREST NORTHWEST INC.
VS. THE CITY OF SHOREWOOD
Attorney Keane introduced George Hoff, Special Council for the City of Shorewood vs. Eagle
Crest.
Mr. Hoff presented a contingent settlement agreement between the City of Shorewood and Eagle
Crest. The settlement has been accepted by Eagle Crest. He advised that the agreement includes
the following points:
1. Up to 62 senior housing units, subject to adjustment for wetlands; and
2. General conceptual outline is subject to further refinement at the development stage.
Mr. Hoff recommended acceptance of the contingent settlement agreement.
Mayor Love asked the public for any comments regarding this subject.
Mr. Cory Nelson, 5980 Seamans Drive, had concerns regarding traffic safety, as have been
considered by prior City Councils. Item #15 in the current proposal does not allow the Council to
stop construction even if this situation is not mitigated. Mr. Nelson wondered why there was no
public discussion prior to the vote on the 62 unit compromise. He also felt this issue is moving
forward too fast, and not enough has been time given to the neighborhood to react. Mr. Nelson
submitted a copy of his comments for the record.
Mr. Bill Hardenbergh, 5960 Seamans Drive, stated his disagreement with the ordinance and
expressed his opposition to this development.
Mr. Jay Venero, 5985 Seamans Drive, stated the neighborhood in general is not against senior
housing, but finds this development in particular to fall short of expectations and needs,
particularly due to Iocation. He added being close to the highway, and to parks, the noise level
may end up being a problem for the seniors who move there. He also anticipates that there will be
traffic fatalities on the intersection of Eureka Road and Highway 7.
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FEBRUARY 8, 1999 - PAGE 3
Ms. Mary Lou Swenson, 24745 Amlee Road, pointed out that previously the location was
considered for a park. She questioned if traffic is bad for seniors, why was this concern not
voiced when the City Council considered an intensified use of the land for children.
Ms. Bernadette Thompson, 6100 Seamans Drive, questioned how much senior housing is required
in Shorewood. She expressed a desire for a moratorium on future senior housing. She also
voiced opposition to the increased density in the neighborhood, which is now fairly low density.
Mayor Love thanked the public for their comments and asked Mr. Hoff to address the questions
asked by Mr. Nelson on drafting the agreement.
Mr. Hoff explained the process involved many people and was fairly lengthy.
Attorney Keane reviewed the process to proceed with this project, requesting the Council to
consider a motion on the settlement agreement, which is contingent upon the next agenda item,
PUD concept approval.
Mr. Paul Weingarden, Attorney for Eagle Crest, stated the concessions Eagle Crest has made, and
that they have considered the traffic implications. He noted studies have indicated that this senior
housing development will generate less traffic than single family homes. Mr. Weingarden also
expressed concern about the extension of the senior housing moratorium and asked about the
impact it would have on this project.
Councilmember Garfunkel stated that this project has been ongoing and very difficult for the City
and the neighborhood. He felt the project was well meaning, but the execution had been rocky,
and some issues were decided arbitrarily. Garfunkel would like to note for the record that there is
a large group of citizens that are against this project. He felt that the process needs to be improved.
Councilmember Stover commented that affordable senior housing has been an issue for years.
Mayor Love stated that since this project ended up in a law suit, the process needs to be reviewedto
avoid such situations in the future.
Councilmember Zerby pointed out that this issue has come down to the need to settle the law suit.
• Councilmember Garfunkel agreed that at this point, that must be the deciding factor
Mayor Love asked if the price of the units will still be affordable. The representative of Eagle
Crest stated that the cost will be very close to the original estimate of $120,000, in spite of the
lower number of units.
Lizee moved, Stover seconded approving the Stipulation of Settlement in the
matter of Eagle Crest Northwest Inc. vs. The City of Shorewood. Mayor Love
called for a roll call vote. Motion passed 510.
6. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING A P.U.D.
CONCEPT PLAN FOR EAGLE CREST NORTHWEST INC.
Lizee moved, Stover seconded to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 99 -008, "A
Resolution Approving a P.U.D. Concept Plan for Eagle Crest Northwest Inc."
Mayor Love called for a roll call vote. Motion passed 510.
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
FEBRUARY 8, 1999 - PAGE 4
7. CONSIDERATION OF SENIOR HOUSING REGULATIONS
A. Draft Amendment Deleting Current Zoning Provisions Relative to
Senior Housing
Planning Director Nielsen reported on the amendment to current regulations on senior housing, and
noted that the Planning Commission, after holding a public hearing, had tabled the matter, stating
that they would rather take up that ordinance amendment after study of the hosuing section of the
Comprehensive Plan.
Garfunkel moved, Zerby seconded to refer the current amendment back to the
Planning Commission for a recommendation. Motion passed 510.
B . Senior Housing Moratorium
Planning Director Nielsen reported that the current moratorium on senior housing expired as of this
meeting date, and asked if the Council wanted to extend the moratorium.
Councilmember Garfunkel questioned the effect of an extension to the moratorium on a new •
development proposal.
Attorney Keane replied the extended moratorium would apply to new proposals, and could do so
up until final approval was granted.
Mayor Love stated he believes that until this policy is changed or re- affirmed, it would be best to
have a moratorium in place.
Councilmember Stover stated that a moratorium seems to give the impression that the issue can be
put off. She would like to see this issue worked on diligently rather than extending a moratorium
Mr. Cory Nelson, 5980 Seamans Drive, stated that the neighborhood has been put at risk. He felt
a stoplight is needed at the intersection of Highway 7 and Eureka Road. He noted two large
parcels of land exist there, and the neighborhood did not want more than 40 units in total on both
parcels. 62 units have been approved, and Mr. Nelson would like the City to find out if more are
needed before the City considers any more senior housing.
Mr. Jay Venero, 5985 Seamans Drive, stated that the neighborhood did not really know that a
project like this was an actual possibility. He expressed concern that this could happen to other
neighborhoods, and believes more information needs to be given to the citizens, in terms that can
be understood.
Ms. Bernadette Thompson, 6100 Seamans Drive, stated that the people who took the survey on
senior housing needs did not seem to even know what had been asked. She does not believe that
this location is right for senior housing besides simply being available. She also questioned how
the moratorium works.
Attorney Keane explained how the implications of the moratorium, and the limitations of it as it
pertains to the case of Eagle Crest.
Garfunkel moved, Zerby seconded to adopt ORDINANCE NO. 350, "An
Ordinance Extending the Senior Housing Moratorium, excluding the proposal by
Eagle Crest, until the end of June, 1999." Motion passed 4/1 (Stover opposed).
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FEBRUARY 8, 1999 - PAGE 5
Stover reiterated her belief that a moratorium is a delay process and indicated she would rather see
the issue studied and decided upon in a more timely manner.
8. PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING ON COUNTY ROAD
19 /SMITHTOWN ROAD INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS
Engineer Brown gave a brief presentation for the public on the intersection improvements that were
discussed at the last meeting. He also noted that March 4th has been scheduled for an open house
on this issue.
Mr. Duncan Storlie, 5375 Eureka Road, questioned how this change will affect the businesses on
the corner of County Road 19 and Smithtown Road.
Engineer Brown stated that a study is being done to answer this question, but the information is
not available yet.
Mr. Bob Gagne, 24850 Amlee Road, asked how the City of Tonka Bay has reacted to this project.
. Engineer Brown stated he will present the project to Tonka Bay at their next meeting to be held
February 9.
Councihnember Zerby asked about expenses Tonka Bay regarding this project. Engineer Brown
stated that Hennepin County will be picking up Tonka Bay's responsibility.
9. DISCUSSION WITH LEN SIMICH, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF
SOUTHWEST TRANSIT REGARDING OPTIONS FOR TRANSIT
Administrator Hurm reported that the statute does not allow Shorewood to opt out of the
Metropolitan Transit system. He noted as the political climate keeps changing, this situation may
change. He questioned, if it were possible, would Shorewood want to opt out of the system.
Mr. Len Simich, Executive Director of Southwest Transit, presented the pros and cons relative to
Shorewood if they went with Southwest Transit for services. Mr. Simich stated that trying to opt
out of the Metropolitan Transit System may be a difficult process. He noted the City Council will
have to determine if the difficulty would be worth it.
Mayor Love questioned what kind of improvements would be possible if Shorewood joined with
Southwest Transit.
Mr. Simich stated that one step would be to check with neighboring communities to see if they
would also like to work on the opt out plan and join Southwest Transit, or form an association and
make a system of its own.
Administrator Hurm stated that a survey or some other way should be undertaken to find the
interest level of citizens regarding a transit system.. He reported Metropolitan Transit does a
"needs study" that may be a place to start.
Mayor Love thanked Mr. Simich for sharing his time and ideas, and stated that Shorewood has a
lot to think about in regard to this subject.
Councilmember Garfunkel suggested Representative Tom Workman be contacted to talk with the
City Council about options.
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FEBRUARY 8, 1999 - PAGE 6
10. PLANNING - REPORT BY REPRESENTATIVE
Commissioner Bailey reported on the January 19, 1999, Planning Commission meeting as
reported in the minutes. He noted highlights included the continuation of the discussion of the L -R
District, and stated that this project is going very well. Bailey commented on the tabled issues,
stating that the Planning Commission felt that the new Council needs to address these issues. He
also pointed out the concern the Planning Commission has for dealing with the Comprehensive
Plan in sections, rather than as a whole.
11. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION
ENDORSING CANDIDATES FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE MINNEHAHA
CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT
Councilmember Lizee stated that the current representatives, Pamela Blixt and Malcolm Reid, wish
to be re- appointed.
Lizee moved, Stover seconded to Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 99 -009, "A
Resolution Endorsing Candidates for Appointment to the Minnehaha Creek
Watershed District." Motion passed 510. •
12. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF A DEED AND CONVEYANCE OF A
CONSERVATION EASEMENT IN FAVOR OF MINNESOTA LAND
TRUST - EUREKA ROAD
Attorney Keane reported on the status of the adoption of the conservation easement on Eureka
Road. He reviewed the limitations that the agreement places on the City regarding any
development of this land, and noted the land will be preserved as open space indefinitely. Staff
recommends approval of the resolution.
Garfunkel moved, Zerby seconded to Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 99 -010, "A
Resolution Authorizing Acceptance of a Deed and Conveyance of a Conservation
Easement in Favor Of Minnesota Land Trust - Eureka Road." Motion passed 510.
13. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION MAKING
AN APPOINTMENT OF REPRESENTATIVE TO THE LAKE
MINNETONKA COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
Garfunkel moved, Stover seconded to Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 99 -011, "A
Resolution Making an Appointment of Jeffrey Foust to the Lake Minnetonka
Communications Commission." Motion passed 510.
14. REVIEW OF LAND USE AND NATURAL RESOURCES SECTIONS OF
THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
Planning Director Nielsen reported the Planning Commission tabled discussion on the Land Use
chapter in hopes of receiving some direction from the Council on this issue.
Mayor Love suggested a Study Session dedicated to this subject.
Commissioner Bailey suggested the Council point out any areas of contention that the Planning
Commission can then work on.
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FEBRUARY 8, 1999 - PAGE 7
Mayor Love directed the Councilmembers to make notes on any areas that they may have questions
or comments, and submit these to Planning Director Nielsen, who will present an analysis of these
concerns at the next Council meeting.
14A. A MOTION TO APPROVE THE REQUEST TO ALLOW THE NORWEST
HALF MARATHON TO TRAVERSE THE CITY ON MAY 2, 1999
Councilmember Lizee questioned the route and directed staff to make sure it is the same as last
year.
Stover moved, Lizee seconded approving the request to allow the Norwest Half
Marathon to traverse the City on May 2, 1999, contingent upon the route being
the same as in previous years. Motion passed 510.
15. ADMINISTRATOR AND STAFF REPORTS
A. Staff Report on Development Monitoring
• Engineer Brown stated that all is quiet at this time.
B . Report on Shoreline Messages
Administrator Hurm reported on two messages related to trails, both requesting a trail to cross
Highway 7. He noted the open house on the trail process is coming up, and will be advertised.
C. Report on Excelsior Fire Department 1998 Year End
Administrator Hurm presented the Fire Department's reports on call volume. Some concern was
voice on the number of false alarms.
D . Report on South Lake Minnetonka Public Safety Department 1998
Year End
ADD SOMETHING HERE ON THE POLICE DEPT'S YEAR END REPORT.
Administrator Hurm reported on a call from a resident on Noble Road, regarding a problem with
crows. This problem is being investigated.
E . Report on Status of Y2K Action Plan and Discussion of Related
Issues
Engineer Brown reported that the utility companies are reporting they have already found and
corrected many of the problems associated with the year 2000.
Administrator Hurm added the City is treating this the same as disaster preparedness, in case there
are major power outages or other problems at the turn of the century.
11. MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Lizee suggested that the packets delivered by the Police Department could be
picked up, to keep the officers on duty rather than running this type of errand.
Lizee moved, Zerby seconded directing staff to look into new ways of delivery
City Council packets. Motion passed 510.
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FEBRUARY 8, 1999 - PAGE 8
Councilmember Lizee stated that now that the City has a new LCD System, she would like to see it
being used. Planning Director Nielsen stated that some new software, and possibly hardware, is
still needed for this system to run smoothly.
Councilmember Garfunkel reported on a positive cash flow with regard to the liquor store
operations in 1998.
Report on January 26 Fire Department Special Review Committee Meeting
Mayor Love reported that the Committee will be surveying other fire departments for ideas and
costs. He noted the Committee has received some information from Mr. Steve Finch. Some
Committee members have suggested Mr. Finch be paid if he does the survey.
Councilmember Garfunkel stated that the Committee started out as volunteers. He noted this
request for payment seems to have come "out of the blue." This issue will be discussed at length at
the next Committee Meeting.
Mayor Love gave a recap of how the Committee has expanded, including new ideas and priorities. •
He reported false alarms have become a topic of concern, and this is one of the areas to be studied
and addressed.
17. ADJOURNMENT
Lizee moved, Garfunkel seconded to adjourn at 10:05 p.m. subject to approval of
claims. Motion passed 510.
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED
Kristine Kitzman, Recording Secretary
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CITY OF SHOREWOOD
RESOLUTION NO. 99-
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF THE
1998 HENNEPIN COUNTY GRANT APPLICATION FOR
MUNICIPAL SOURCE SEPARATED RECYCLABLES
WHEREAS, pursuant to Minnesota Statute 115A.551, by December 31, 1993, each County in the
Metropolitan area will have as a goal to recycle a minimum of 35 percent (35 %) by weight of total solid waste
generation, and each County must develop and implement or require political subdivisions within the County to
develop and implement programs, practices, or methods designed to meet its, recycling goal; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Minnesota Statute 115A.551, Counties shall ensure that residents have an
opportunity to recycle; and
WHEREAS, Hennepin County Ordinance 13 requires each city to implement a recycling program to
enable the County to meet its recycling goals; and
WHEREAS, the County adopted a Hennepin County Funding Assistance Policy for Source Separated
Recyclables on September 11, 1990, to distributed funds to cities for the development and implementation of
waste reduction and recycling programs; and
i WHEREAS, to be eligible to receive these County funds cities must meet requirements set forth in the
"funding policy "; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to receive these County funds.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shorewood, as
follows:
1. That the Council authorizes the submittal of the 1998 Hennepin County Grant application for
Municipal Source Separated Recyclables.
2. That as a condition to receive funds under the Hennepin County Funding Assistance Policy the
City agrees to implement a waste reduction and recycling program as indicated on the 1998
Hennepin County Recycling Grant Application and that the City will use county funds only for the
purpose of implementing the City's waste reduction and recycling program.
• ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Shorewood this 25rd day of February, 1999.
ATTEST:
WOODY LOVE, MAYOR
JAMES C. HURM, CITY ADMINISTRATOR
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CITY OF SHOREWOOD
RESOLUTION NO. 99—
A RESOLUTION ELECTING TO CONTINUE PARTICIPATING IN THE
LOCAL HOUSING INCENTIVES ACCOUNT PROGRAM UNDER THE
METROPOLITAN LIVABLE COMMUNITIES ACT
CALENDAR YEAR 1999
WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act (Minnesota Statutes
Section 473.25 to 473.254) establishes a Metropolitan Livable Communities Program
which is intended to address housing and other development issues facing the metropolitan
area defined by Minnesota Statutes section 473.121; and
WHEREAS, communities that participate in the Livable Communities Act Local
Housing Incentives Account Program are eligible for program funding and receive an
advantage in competing for many state and federal grant programs; and
WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act requires the Metropolitan
Council to negotiate with each municipality to establish affordable and life -cycle housing
goals for that municipality that are consistent with and promote the policies of the
Metropolitan Council as provided in the adopted Metropolitan Development Guide.
WHEREAS, the City of Shorewood intends to complete a review of its
Comprehensive Plan, including its housing section during 1999; and
WHEREAS, the City of Shorewood has a history of cooperation with
neighboring municipalities, recently participating with fifteen area cities to produce a
subregional housing study for Lake Minnetonka area cooperating cities; and
WHEREAS, a special Senior Housing Needs Task Force reported to the
Shorewood City Council in May of 1991 that there is a need in the South Lake
Minnetonka area for step -down housing, that is smaller than the typical single - family
dwelling. Said report recommended that the City needs to keep in mind the income of its
senior citizens and plan for housing which is within the means of its residents; and
WHEREAS, the City of Shorewood looks forward to working with the
Metropolitan Council in addressing major metropolitan issues which are barriers to
affordable housing in Shorewood, such as:
• high metropolitan sewage charges largely due to inflow of clear water into the
system due to permeable soils and Shorewood's proximity to Lake Minnetonka
resulting in Shorewood's sewer charges being two to three times greater than
many metropolitan cities ($260 per household per year),
• high metropolitan transit levy despite minimal transit service to Shorewood.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the following goals are set for
the City of Shorewood through the year 2000:
• Review and revise the current Comprehensive Plan and complete its "housing"
section by June 30, 1999,
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• Continue to explore the concept of sub - regional planning and cooperative
efforts to address affordable housing needs in cooperation with other south
Lake Minnetonka cities,
• Pursue an estimated sixty units of affordable senior housing within Shorewood
as recommended in the senior Housing report of 1991, and
• Work with the Metropolitan Council in addressing barriers to affordable
housing in Shorewood which are direct responsibilities of the Metropolitan
Council, most specifically, high metropolitan sewage charges and the lack of
metropolitan transit service for those in need of the service to travel to even
neighboring communities.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Shorewood
hereby elects to participate in the Local Housing Incentives Program under the Metropolitan
Livable Communities Act during the calendar year 1999.
ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Shorewood this 22nd
day of February, 1999.
ATTEST
WOODY LOVE, MAYOR
JAMES C. HURM, CITY ADMINISTRATOR
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CITY OF SHOREWOOD
RESOLUTION NO. 97 - 106
A RESOLUTION ELECTING TO CONTINUE PARTICIPATING IN THE LOCAL HOUSING
INCENTIVES ACCOUNT PROGRAM UNDER THE METROPOLITAN LIVABLE
COMMUNITIES ACT
CALENDAR YEAR 1998
WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act (Minnesota Statutes Section 473.25 to
473.254) establishes a Metropolitan Livable Communities Program which is intended to address housing and
other development issues facing the metropolitan area defined by Minnesota Statutes section 473.121; and
WHEREAS, communities that participate in the Livable Communities Act Local Housing Incentives
Account Program are eligible for program funding and receive an advantage in competing for many state and
federal grant programs; and
WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act requires the Metropolitan Council to negotiate
with each municipality to establish affordable and life -cycle housing goals for that municipality that are consistent
with and promote the policies of the Metropolitan Council as provided in the adopted Metropolitan Development
Guide; and
WHEREAS, Resolution 95 -107 established goals for the City of Shorewood for a two -year period
through 1997.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the following goals are set for the City of
Shorewood through the year 1999:
• Review and revise the current Comprehensive Plan and complete its "housing" section,
• Explore the concept of sub - regional planning and cooperative efforts to address affordable housing
needs in cooperation with other south Lake Minnetonka cities,
• Pursue efforts to maintain the current mix of housing, and
• Work with the Metropolitan Council in addressing barriers to affordable housing in Shorewood which
are direct responsibilities of the Metropolitan Council, most specifically, high metropolitan sewage
charges and the lack of metropolitan transit service with no options for providing said services.
a BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Shorewood hereby elects to
participate in the Local Housing Incentives Program under the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act during the
calendar year 1998.
ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Shorewood this 24th day of November, 1997.
ATTEST:
TOM DAHLBE
C. HURM, CITY ADMINISTRATOR
CITY OF SHOREWOOD
RESOLUTION NO. 96 - 104
A RESOLUTION ELECTING TO CONTINUE PARTICIPATING IN THE LOCAL
HOUSING INCENTIVES ACCOUNT PROGRAM UNDER THE
METROPOLITAN LIVABLE COMMUNITIES ACT
CALENDAR YEAR 1997
WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act (Minnesota Statutes Section
473.25 to 473.254) establishes a Metropolitan Livable Communities Fund which is intended to
address housing and other development issues facing the metropolitan area defined by Minnesota
Statutes section 473.121; and
WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Livable Communities Fund, comprising the Tax Base
Revitalization Account, the Livable Communities Demonstration Account and the Local Housing
Incentive Account, is intended to provide certain funding and other assistance to metropolitan area
municipalities; and
WHEREAS, a metropolitan area municipality is not eligible to receive grants or loans
under the Metropolitan Livable Communities Fund or eligible to receive certain polluted sites
cleanup funding from the Minnesota Department of Trade and Economic Development unless the
municipality is participating in the Local Housing Incentives Account Program under the Minnesota
Statutes section 473.254; and
WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act requires the Metropolitan Council
to negotiate with each municipality to establish affordable and life -cycle housing goals for that
municipality that are consistent with and promote the policies of the Metropolitan Council as
provided in the adopted Metropolitan Development Guide; and
WHEREAS, Resolution 95 -107 established the following goals for the City of
Shorewood for a two -year period through 1997:
• The City of Shorewood will explore the concept of cluster planning and cooperative
efforts to address affordable housing needs in cooperation with the south Lake
Minnetonka cities,
• Complete the housing section of the Shorewood Comprehensive Plan,
• Pursue an estimated sixty units of affordable senior housing within Shorewood as
recommended in the Senior Housing report of 1991, and
• Work with the Metropolitan Council in addressing barriers to affordable housing in
Shorewood which are direct responsibilities of the Metropolitan Council, most
specifically, high metropolitan sewage charges and the lack of metropolitan transit
service with no options for providing said services; and
WHEREAS, each municipality must identify to the Metropolitan Council the actions the
municipality plans to take to meet the established housing goals through preparation of the Housing
Action Plan; and
WHEREAS, Shorewood's Housing Action Plan, following review and acceptance by the
Planning Commission, was submitted to the met Council on June 26, 1996; and
WHEREAS, the City of Shorewood Comprehensive Plan as updated in 1995 includes the
following goal:
The City shall promote the development of safe, healthy and affordable housing options;
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and the following objective:
Develop a senior housing program which:
• Allows seniors to stay in their single - family homes,
• Provides a range of housing types including step -down housing, senior
apartments and assisted - living housing, with initial emphasis being placed on
step -down housing,
• Establishes regulations which permit the construction of affordable senior
housing while ensuring compatibility with existing residential neighborhoods,
• Assists financially in senior housing projects to ensure affordability and
enhance compatibility with existing developments; and
WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Council adopted, by resolution after a public hearing,
negotiated affordable and life -cycle housing goals for each participating municipality, and
WHEREAS, a metropolitan area municipality which elects to participate in the Local
i Housing Incentives Account Program must do so by November 15 of each year•, and
WHEREAS, for calendar year 1997, a metropolitan area municipality that did not
participate in the Local Housing Incentive Account Program during the calendar year 1996, can
participate under Minnesota Statutes section 473.254 only if: (a) the municipality elects to
participate in the Local Housing Incentives Account Program by November 15, 1996; and (b) the
Metropolitan Council and the municipality have successfully negotiated affordable and life -cycle
housing goals for the municipality.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the City Council of the City of
Shorewood hereby elects to participate in the Local Housing Incentives Program under the
Metropolitan Livable Communities Act during the calendar year 1997.
ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Shorewood this l lth day of
to November, 1996.
Robert B. Bean, Mayor
ATTEST:
James C. Hurm, City Administrator /Clerk
CITY OF SHOREWOOD
PARK COMMISSION MEETING
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 9, 1999
MINUTES
1. CONVENE PARK COMMISSION MIMING
Co -chair Pat Arnst called the meeting to order at 7:34 p.m.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD
7:30 P.M.
A. Roll Call
Present: Co- chairs, Dallman and Arnst; Commissioners Colcpoulos, Puzak, Themig, and
• Cochran; City Administrator JimHurm; Council Liaison Scott Zerby; Park Planner,
Mark Koeder
Absent: Commissioner Bensman
Also Present: Gordy Lindstrom, Baseball Representative; Public Works Director, Larry Brown
(later arrival)
B. Review Agenda
Item #5 is moved to the M arch meeting agenda
Themig moved, Puzak seconded to approve the Agenda as amended. Motion passed
unanimously (6/0).
2 APPROVAL OF JANUARY 13,1999 PARK COMMESIONMINU17ES
Puzak moved , Colopoulos seconded, to accept the minutes as presented. The motion
passed unanimously.
3. MATTERS FROM THEFLOOR
Mr. Gordy Lindstrom, Shorewood resident and Little Leagie Baseball representative, addressed the
Commission to: (1) review improvements and changes that have been made to the ball field areas;
and (2) give an update on changes in the baseball program for 1999. He displayed a map of the ball
fields at Freeman Park and explained the changes to field #3 over the past year. Those included:
adjustment of the parldng lot to the north, addition of bullpen areas, electronic scoreboard and a
flageole. He stated that these adjustments perhaps eliminate the need to install additional fencing
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for safety reasons.
Mr. Lindstrom added that theLeagxe has also installed electrical service to the pitchers' mounds on
field #1 and at Cathcart Park for the operation of pitching machines. All of these changes are to
allow for a more efficient program, which has served children of ages 6 to 15. This year, the South
Tonka Little Leagze has merWd with East Tonka Babe Ruth (housed at Bennett Park in
Minnetonka). Therefore, the Leagze would like permission to eventually make changes to field #2
at Freeman to accommodate older players. This would require the use of some additional land to the
east of the ball field (the Wagner property) for reconfiguration of the ball field and traffic areas. The
Leagze has been given some estimates of the cost of such improvements, which they will cover if
the City is able to acquire the additional property. In the meantime, the Leagie would like
permission to sod the infield of the Babe Ruth diamond this spring.
Chair Arrest asked how much additional land would be needed. Lindstrom said a minimum of 20 to
30 feet. Colopoulos asked if the boards of the two associations have also merged and if the new
board is in favor of the reconfiguration. Lindstrom said they have merged and that the
reconfiguration should not be a problem. The other advantage in rearrangingthe ball field is that the
noise would project away from the Shorewood Oaks neighborhood which is to the west of the park
Dallman asked if the poles and nets will still need to be installed as was planned for a protection
from foulballs going into private property. Puzak recommended that this be addressed soon for the
sake of neigibors, regardless of plains for future changes which could be slow in coming.
Colopoulos pointed out that there will likely be more practices and games than in the past. He
would personally approve the use of the current field configuration for only the prep leagze (13 year
olds) because of the current space situation. Council Liaison Scott Zerby interjected that the City
Council voted the night before to settle the lawsuit with the prospective developer of the Wagner
property and approved the initial application of the PUD for 60 to 62 units. The proposed plan
was shown on the overhead projector for the Park Commission. There was discussion about how
this proposal would affect the options for reconfiguration of the ball fields and the affects on traffic
flow and safety.
Administrator Hurm pointed out that the plan is only a concept. Colopoulos said that the reduction
in the number of units from the last proposal was not in the area of the concern, but to the north,
which is a wetland area, adding that the needs of the park are ignored in this plan. Puzak reiterated
the concern for safety, especially to and from the concession stand near that area, and stated that the
additional 30 to 50 feet would definitely be needed. Lindstrom indicated that this is all the more
reason to reconfigure the field. Colopoulos said that the problem would still exist without the
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acquisition of additional space for traffic. Arnst sugrsted waiting until the Council further
discusses theproposal from the developer andthenprovide an updated report forMr. Lindstrom at
the M arch meeting.
Lindstrom asked if the League could sod the infield this spring. Themig asked if it would require
irrigation. Lindstrom said no, that it would just need to be heavily watered at the beginning: Hurm
said that the question of a backstop and p oles and netting still remains. Arnst said that those issues
can also be discussed at the M arch meeting and still allow time for installation. It was agreed that in
any case, additional land would be a positive point for safety, room to play the game and a wider
road to handle increased traffic. Themig sugg=sted that the reality mi& be that we have a park
which may not be able to support this progam. Puzak said that in H& of the long term
relationship with the Little League and all they have done to enhance the park, he would hate to not
come through with 30 feet to allow them to continue safe play. Lindstrom briefly explained some of
the history of the park development and concluded that it is reasonable for the City to request
additional land in order to be a good neighbor to residents all around.
A. Review Format for February 23 Meeting
The meeting will be an open house format with displays and exhibits. Commissioners, staff,
Council members and Park Planner Koeder will be on hand to visit with residents and answer
i questions.
B. Review Handouts/Exhibits forFebmary 23 Meeting
Park Planner Koegler described the p lamed set -up for the Op en House including a series of stations
with maps, a timeline from 1991 and into the future, a larWr text display of goals, policies and
objectives, and an exhibit of trait types. There will also bean area for comment sheets with a goal
that people will hopefully be comfortable with expressing their thoughts. Arnst asked about
information regarding funding sources. Koeder explained that they do not plan to go into great detail
until. more is known about the process. He added that cost estimates would also be difficult to
project at this point because of all the variables such as right of way issues, obstacles, etc.
Themig asked how to address questions that may come up regarding interest in some bridging over
Highway 7. Puzak sugipsted the p ossibility of requesting State funds along with that idea, which is
still very much in the future. Colcpoulos added that priority will be assigned in all options,
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depending on public interest. Cochran brought up the idea of having a sugW-stion board at the open
house for getting that kind of input from residents.
C. Review Roll of Park Commission
Koegler reviewed the plan that Commissioners will take a front and center role and had taken
assigned times during the evening so that at least one Park Commissioner would be present at all
times. Staff and consulting staff will be there as a support to the Commissioners. Colcpoulos
recommendedthat everyone keep notes of verbal conversations and comments. Hurm said that he
will be at the sign -in areato encourage people to register their presence and to introduce them to the
format. Colopoulos suggested a goal of communication with soft input collection, with Koeder
adding that the atmosphere is to be friendly and casual. Cochran asked if survey results will be
p osted. Koeder said that cop is will be available.
D. Consider Targeted Mailings
Arnst stated that the City Council has urged the Park Commission to consider mailings to encourage
attendance at the open house meeting Hurm said that a mailing is planned for those properties
along the priority trail sites and asked if the Commission would like to expand the mailing list. The
Commission approved the draft mailer for the immediate property owners and discussed whether to
go beyond that list.
Puzak said that the trail process (and trails) are for the entire community and all should be
personally invited. This will result in getting a more balanced response, and not just hearing from
those more directly impacted. Cochran commented that it will be good to have responses of
impassioned people, even if it is a more negative tone Themig asked about mailing a postcard to all
residents in addition to the "targeted" mailer. Colopoulos said that the February newsletter insert
which was sent to all residents will trigger attendance, and yet a postcard reminder would be good
for those who may have forgotten or didn't read the newsletter.
Administrator Hurm said that most comments have so far been positive. There was one Edgewood
Road resident in the office today who was strongly opposed to a trail along her street. Cochran
noted that people may trust theprocess more and go away with a positive attitude if all are included
via invitation. Puzak added that if attendance is lower with primarily negative responses, it could
unfairly drive the decision. Dalhnan said he liked the idea of staying with the list of most affected
residents rather than the whole community. Zerby also agreed with the targeted mailer, pointing out
that some of those residents maybe supporters of the trail. Those residents should be specifically
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invited as they may become "partners /caretakers" of the trail. Their feed back may also help in
prioritizing in order to establish some success stories for trails in Shorewood.
Hurm noted that there will be a public announcement published in the local papers as well. Puzak
said that he is still uncomfortable with just the targeted mailer. All will benefit by trails and all
should be invited. He is concerned about repeating history where a strong minority derailed the
interests of the conu mity.
Puzak moved to send a letter to each household in Shorewood that would announce the
trails open house. Wording for those on the trial would say "your street" (as written on the
draft invitation) and all others would say "your neighborhood."
The motion was amended to say that all residents will be sent a postcard and the 210
"targeted" mailers will be letters. Cochran seconded the motion as amended and it passed
6/0.
Koeder noted that, in error, the map which was part of the newsletter insert was missing a segment
of indicated trail along Smithtown Road, east of Minnewashta School. His concern is that it may
give the perception of inconsistency. He asked if it should now be included on the new map for the
open house display. All agreed that it should be added because it was approved in earlier
discussions as a priority trail segment.
E Consider a Time Line for 1999 Trail Planning Process
• Administrator Hurm reviewed the t mzehne draft including sunset tunes for M arch, April and May .
Arnst added that the mission is to keep this schedule until prospective trails are identified. There
was discussion about scheduling trail walks for Saturday mornings in addition to or instead of the
proposed Tuesday evening schedule. That question will be added to the open house feedback form
to get citizen input.
F. Update on Funds Allocated for Park Planner
Arnst asked if there were any questions or problems with the information provided in the January
19 memo from Administrator Hurm regarding trail planning costs. There were none. Hurm added
that the cost of the additional mailer will be also drawn from the trail fund. All agreed.
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February 9, 1999
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G. Other Issues
Commissioner Themig mentioned a mailer he received about trail development in Chanhassen, which
supports possible trail links with Shorewood segments. He also shared information about the trail
grant progams, which he said favor state and regional connections. Them are lots of dollars
available fromother progams which would be appropriate for application next year.
Arrnst stated that Mayor Love has asked that the open house be posted as a public notice in case a
majority of City Council members attend. This will be taken care of by staf.
5. DIS CUS S DES IGN CONCEPT
OF FREl1VIAN PARK MULTI PURPOS E BUIIDING
This item is tabled until the March 9 meeting.
6. ATHI TIC AS S OCIATION POLICIES RAFT AND FEEFORMULAS
A. Finalize Policies
Commissioner Themig gave an update on the work that has been done to date Public Works
Director, Larry Brown has provided a detailed analysis of costs to operate the parks on a yearly
basis. Brown explained that "Base Costs" would cover basic maintenance of the parkland owned
by the City. These are defined as the cost of having green: space for people to enjoy which includes
mowing weed control, trash pickup, aeration, park equipment and general turf care The "Above ,
Base Costs" include drag�ing/groomingball fields, equipment specific to ball fields, materials, fencing
and fence rep airs. Brown noted that some could be argued as "gray areas." Puzak said that it should
be footnoted that park development is not factored into these figures.
B. Decide on Funding Formula
Themig said that the Committee then looked at costs for space provided to each sports association
The purpose is to come up with concept on how to determine a fee to propose to the associations
as a formula for their user fees. Brown went on to explain Table 3, a summary of hockey costs.
Biff rental is included, but could also be considered abase cost. Hurm pointed out that much of the
figures reflect "ice costs ", since the hockey association may have it only reserved for a small amount
of available ice time. Mr. Lindstrom added his observation that the average amount of actual use is
only about half of the scheduled time due to weather, ice conditions, etc.
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February 9, 1999
Page 7
Brown commented that it would be interesting to survey surrounding communities on how they
address reserved park space. Arrest noted that the Shorewood tax base does not have commercial
resources. Plus funds for parks are limited and decreasing so we look at Shorewood differently.
Hurm added that the Minnetonka Conun unity and Education Services whidh does scheduling for
p ark facility use have not been able to come up with a formula. Themig said that one idea they have
discussed is an hourly fee for exclusive -use ice time that would involve a formula whidi proratesice
costs.
Hurm noted that in looking at the three associations that are the greater users of park space, the
costs are very different from one to the next. Yet the yearly "fee' has been the same for all. The
estimated above base costs are:
Softball $12,648
Baseball (Little League) $8,217
Soccer $4,775
Football $1,555
Themig asked Mr. Lindstrom if he was surprised at the figure of $8,217 for Little League costs.
Lindstrom said that it is understandable, but will take sometime to digest. Colcpoulos stated that
the process of studying this information is a heathy exercise which now requires a look at the fiscal
policy before establishing formulas and user fees. Themig replied that this has been the process.
Puzak said that there is also a need to incorporate into this information, contributions in "cost and
kind," citing the example of Little League which has done and given so much Thernig said that this
. data is strictly looking at maintenance, not improvements. What Little League has done was done to
benefit Little League. Lindstrom said that the Little League does not have a problem with paying for
exclusive use.
Themig explained that determining the hours available in a season vs. hours of actual use could give a
formula for a percentage of the cost. Hurm said that perhaps an hourly formula should include base
costs. Brown commented that he stayed away from including base costs because that is just for
providing basic green space. Themig added that the City would cover some percentage of these
costs as part of their fiscal policy.
Colopoulos brought up the question of real estate values and how other communities compare in
amenities they provide to residents. He asked how Shorewood's fiscal policy would fit into the
wider picture. Arrest noted that the fiscal policy should be included in the discussion of park user
fees and costs. Colopoulos added that a partnership attitude is needed between the sports
associations and the City and if special adjustments in fees are needed, it should be shown.
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Page 8
Puzak complimented Mr. Brown on a good job of collecting and preparing the data on park costs.
He agreed that a fiscal policy of somekind needs to be developed. He reminded everyone that the
sports organizations are our partners, working with our comnnznity's children and therefore
providing benefit to the greater community. He urged that we work together to solve the problem.
Themig asked if Community Education and Services can provide information on the number of
hours of field time requested by the various groups. Hurm said that they can, with sometime to
gather that information. Arnst recommended that the committee take the next step to develop a
fiscal policy, get informationon hours of use and then put together a formula of ideas to look at in
the next meeting. This was agreed upon. 0
C. Set Date/ Format for Session with Sports Organizations
Themig asked if sports association representatives should be invited for the next meeting's
discussion. It was agreed that ideas need more work and solidifying before they are presented.
Themig asked if the City Council should be more involved with this part of the process. Puzak
responded that the Park Commission needs to develop a concept before presenting a plan to the
Council because that is the responsibility assigned to the Commission.
Mr. Lindstrom interjected a comment about the softball association and some of its changes in order
to explain why they may have declined to contribute to the park fund for this past year. He added
that Todd Strott, past President of the softball association had donated many hours to operate the
concession stand at Freeman Park Colopoulos sugipsted that the softball area could possibly be
shared with women's softball or other groups if the men's softball is lower in numbers this year. It
was mentioned, that because of the timing of a policy decision, any changes made to the policy will
not be effective for this year.
7 REVIEW 1999 "TO DO" LIS T
This item is tabled until the March meeting agenda.
8. REVIEW PARK DEDICATION FEE
Hurm explained that the Park Dedication Fee is the major resource for Capital Improvements.
The current fee is set at $1,000 per buildable lot. Puzak recommended a fee schedule based on
linear or square footage. Colopoulos asked how the fee would apply in the case of a multiple
unit development (such as Eagle Crest). Hurm said that the situation of senior housing and
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February 9, 1999
Page 9
donated land create a different scenario. Themig asked for the reason that an increase is being
considered. Hurm explained that Shorewood has a significantly lower fee than most of its
neighbors and Arnst added that park funds (and buildable lots) are on the decline. Hurm said that
there are about 300 buildable lots remaining in Shorewood averaging about 10 home constructions
per year. He added that the revenue dollars from park dedication fees are earmarked for
improvements of parks (not maintenance or trail development).
Colopoulos commented that the cost is ultimately passed on to the homeowner, not the
developer or builder. Yet, over the life of a mortgage, it does not increase payments significantly.
. Hurm suggested that there be a flat fee rather than a formula to determine the amount.
Colopoulos said that P.U.D. (Planned Unit Development) decisions should be brought to the
Park Commission because it impacts park planning and decisions. Hurm replied that it has been
the practice in the past to involve the Park Commission.
Themig moved to recommend to City Council that the Park Commission amend the Park
Dedication Fee to remain at $1,000 per unit and add $500 per unit for trails. There was
no second and the motion died.
Puzak said that he is not ready for the idea of including trails in that policy. Themig explained
that the parks are primarily developed and this idea would focus additional resources on our
current development (trails). Puzak replied that there are still a lot of development and
improvement expenses ahead for parks and he is not willing to say that we don't need the money
for park development. Colopoulos said that he is not yet ready to specify funds to trails.
Themig pointed out that the recent community survey says that (1) parks meet the needs of
most peoples and (2) that there is a desire for trails.
Dallman moved to recommend to the city Council that the Park Commission raise the
Park Dedication Fee to $1,500. Colopoulos seconded.
Cochran questioned if $1,500 is enough of an increase. Dallman said that it is increased on a
yearly basis. Colopoulos suggested considering a friendly amendment that the Park Commission
make this part of their fiscal policy. Puzak said that this may be a missed opportunity. In
looking at other cities, some use a percentage of the market value to set a fee which results in a
significantly higher amount. By comparison, Shorewood is on the low end of the scale. He
recommended going with 7% of the market value with a minimum of $1,000 and maximum of
$3,000. Arnst pointed out that with an average lot price of $100,000, the fee will almost always
max out at the $3,000 limit.
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February 9, 1999
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Themig asked why "penalize" those who build houses this year and still why not include trails?
Puzak said trails could be included and Colopoulos said that there is not a limit to where it is
spent in the current plan. Arnst asked where does the money get spent if the fee is raised to
$1,500? Hurm said that is up to the Park Commission to decide.
A vote was taken on the motion currently on the floor. The motion failed 3/3.
Puzak asked if there was a time limit on when this decision is made. Hurm replied that the earlier
in the calendar year, the better. Arnst said that with the added element of trails, the Commission
will want to recognize that option. Themig added that it would be good to consider this in the
fiscal policy discussion. Puzak said that including trails is a huge change and it needs more
thought than there is time at this meeting. Themig asked if Excelsior has a Park Dedication Fee
and Hurm said that there are no undeveloped lots to speak of in Excelsior. Themig asked when
Shorewood last changed the fee amount. It was changed from $750 to $1,000 two years ago.
9. REPORT ON LETTER TO COUNCIL REGARDING WAGNER PROPERTY
Council Liaison Zerby reported that the City Council approved a motion to settle the lawsuit with
Eagle Crest Inc. because the Council felt that the judos settlement would likely be less favorable
than coming to terms between themselves. They also approved a Resolution to accept the PUD at a
lower density and continue the process. There are still a lot of details to work out. One issue is
traffic, which is a concern, especially of residents along Seamans Drive. The City cannot deny the
project for traffic reasons, but can work with the developer to resolve traffic issues.
Arnst pointed out that the Park Commission had already expressed to the Planning Commission and
City Council that they were in consensus about the need to acquire a portion of Wagner property to
resolve safety and traffic issues within Freeman Park Zerby replied that the City Council had
considered the request and decided that it was not appropriate to discuss that matter with the
developer at this time Colopoulos added that the Park Commission does have a leg�imate concern
to maintain the integrity of the park boundary and hopes that the Council recognizes that. Themig
asked if the development involves other properties. Zerby said that Eagle Crest has purchase
agreements with three landowners.
10. OTHER BUSINESS
Public Works Director Brown reported that some windows have again been knocked out at the
BadWr warming house. This year has seen an inordinate amount of damage to the park shelters.
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Because we are nearing the end of the ice season, the BadWr and Cathcart rinks will likely be closed
before the pond skating areas, partially due to the vandalism problem. Brown said he hopes that
this decision is not against the desire of the Park Commission and that the action will make a
statement to the comrrunity. The City is taking steps internally in regard to security. One is to
increase p atrol time of the rink supervisor next season. Another may be to install a smaller window
at BadWr, which unfortunately reduces natural lighting and the visibility for rink attendants to keep
an eye on the rink
Themig sugipsted steel shutters on the exteriors of the buildings. Arnst suggested an article in the
City newsletter about the problem. Colopoulos said that he is opposed to giving the impression
that we are letting vandals "win" by reducing access to parks for all other park users. Themig
sugEpsted offering a $100 reward for information leading to the conviction of a vandal. Puzak said
that if it is too late for this season, perhaps there should be a policy established for next season.
Zerby asked if there is signage which states penalties for vandalism. Brown said not yet.
Arnst also noted that there is still a significant problem with pet owners not cleaning up after their
pets and asked if the next newsletter could include a reminder about mutt mitts.
11. NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business. The M arch agenda will include discussion on the trail op en house, and
the athletic association policy along with more information from Comnntnity Services about the
. amount of hours reserved for park facilities. Brown will also report on the status of the multi -use
building p Ian.
12. ADJOURNMENT
Cochran moved, Colopoulos seconded to adjourn the meeting. Motion passed 6/0. The
meeting adjourned at 10:27 p.m.
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CITY OF SHOREWOOD
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 2,1999
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD
7:00 P.M.
Acting Chair Collins called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Acting Chair Collins; Commissioners Anderson, Bailey, Turgeon and
Skramstad; Planning Director Nielsen, and Council Liaison Lizee.
• Absent:
Commissioners Callies and Woodruff
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Planning Commission Minutes - January 19,1999
Anderson moved, Bailey seconded approving the Planning Commission Minutes of
January 19, 1999, as amended. Page 2, paragraph 7, change first sentence to read:
"Nielsen stated that the 60 days for the Senior Housing and Land Use sections of the
Comprehensive Plan, which were tabled at the last meeting, will expire in February, and
those issues will go directly to..." Motion passed 4/0 ( Turgeon abstain).
1. PUBLIC HEARING - CUP FOR ACCESSORY SPACE OVER 1200 SO FT
Applicant: Zelman Levine
Location: 20115 Manor Road
Nielsen presented the case analysis, presenting a site location map and plans for construction.
Staff recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit.
Mr. Robin, representative of Mr. Levine, had no additional comments.
Acting Chair Collins opened the Public Hearing at 7:10 p.m.
Ms. Norma Peterson, 4755 Regents Walk, wondered if a new driveway was going to be added.
Mr. Robin explained the location of the new driveway, and the plans for landscaping. The drive
will be directly across from Knightsbridge.
Hearing no further public input, Acting Chair Collins closed the Public Hearing at 7:16
p.m.
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FEBRUARY 2,1999 - PAGE 2
Bailey questioned why there is a 1200 square foot limit. Other limits seem to be based on and
equation, and proportional to house and/or lot size.
Nielsen answered that this amount was arrived at to keep accessory buildings from exceeding the
area of the house, as Shorewood moved from primarily agriculture to primarily residential.
Bailey asked if there had been any input from the neighborhood on this project. Nielsen stated
that the neighbor who is most affected has come in to examine the plans and seemed satisfied
with them.
Turgeon was concerned with the grade to the secondary garage.
Nielsen stated that this driveway was not coming anywhere near the street, and it is not the
primary garage, therefore the approximate grade of 10% should not be a problem.
Turgeon was also concerned with runoff if this grade is not paved. Mr. Robin stated that this
decision has not yet been made, the drive may be paved.
Turgeon requested that Engineer Brown check on the grade and runoff problems.
Anderson moved, Turgeon seconded to Approve a Conditional Use Permit for Accessory
Space over 1200 square feet, subject to the City Engineer checking the grade of the
secondary driveway. Motion passed 510.
2. PUBLIC HEARING - AMENDMENT TO CUP FOR MINNEWASHTA
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CLASSROOM ADDITION
Applicant: Minnetonka School District 276 •
Location: 26350 Smithtown Road
Nielsen presented the case analysis, presenting a site location map and plans for construction,
screening and landscaping. Staff recommends approval with the following considerations:
1. Applicant present a detailed landscape plan for the East area of the addition
2. School officials submit a plan for handling the overflow parking
3. Minnehaha Creek Watershed District permits are applied for and received
4. Fire Marshall approves the building permit
Tom Bergee, representative of Minnewashta Elementary, presented information regarding the
need for these additional classrooms. Enrollment is at a maximum right now. Boundary lines
will be re- structured in the future.
Lloyd Law, 26350 Smithtown Road, Principal of Minnewashta Elementary, addressed the
overflow parking issue. The area behind the school is a playground area, but can be used for
parking. When an event is held, additional information and signs to direct people to this area
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FEBRUARY 2,1999 - PAGE 3
will be sent out. This should keep Smithtown Road more open.
Gene George, School Supervisor, stated the playground area is plowed and kept open.
Acting Chair Collins opened the Public Hearing at 7:44 p.m.
Hearing no further Public Input, Acting Chair Collins closed the Public Hearing at 7:45
p.m.
Anderson wondered if the four extra classrooms will be enough additional space.
Bergee stated that support space (cafeteria, media center, etc) in the school does not support any
more than four additional classrooms, so this will be the maximum for this school.
Anderson asked if there are now, or will be, more students that the school can hold. Bergee
answered that the lines will be restructured to keep the number of students down.
Anderson asked if these additional classrooms will add students, and therefore bus traffic.
Bergee answered that there will be the same number of students, just more room for them.
Turgeon was concerned with parking. She suggested that there be some alternate ideas
considered when scheduling events, to keep the large number of cars from trying to fit in the
limited space. Turgeon would like the City to add no parking signs about 500 feet from the
entrances to school onto Smithtown Road.
Anderson questioned the time schedule, and Bergee stated that they were planning to have the
additional rooms ready for school next fall.
• Anderson wondered if there was any input from the neighbors of the school, and Nielsen stated
there was none.
Anderson moved, Bailey seconded to approve the Amendment to CUP for Minnewashta
Elementary School Classroom Addition, subject to Staff recommendations. Motion passed
5/0.
STUDY SESSION
3. DISCUSS: L -R DISTRICT REVISIONS
Nielsen presented the first draft of the revisions to the L -R District. These revisions were found
to be consistent with the discussions regarding the L -R District. Discussion followed on all
changes, and some changes were agreed upon. More information was needed in some areas.
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Subd. 3 -B The square footage of the main structure, 1500 square feet, is not adequate for
current structures. 2000 square feet would bring all existing structures into
conformity. This change was accepted and will be noted.
Subd. 3 -C Storage building area of 750 square feet could be changed to 1200 square feet to
match the residential ordinance. This change was accepted and will be noted.
Subd. 3 -E Boat rental statement was discussed, but no consensus was reached yet. More
information on LMCD regulations regarding boat rentals is needed.
Subd. 4 -B -(5) Strike this section, as this information is presented in more detail later in the
ordinance. This change was accepted and will be noted.
Subd. 5 -D Setback limits from any other public right of way will be not less than 10 feet.
Shorewood Yacht Club suggestion of no setback from the railway is not
acceptable. This addition was accepted and will be noted. 0
Subd. 7 -H -Property Values- and -Open Space- should be removed from this list. This
change was accepted and will be noted.
Subd. 8 -G Anderson suggested a paved apron from the paved road to the dirt drive. This will
hold down runoff and dirt from the drive. Hennepin County will be consulted on
this issue before a consensus can be reached.
Subd. 8 -G -(5) Food served language needs to be examined. Shorewood Yacht Club requests a
common kitchen to be used by members only. No expansion will be accepted to
this, but the present area could be accepted. Section will be rewritten to reflect
this change and presented at the next discussion of revisions.
Subd. 8 -H -(3) Reduce minimum width from 24 feet to 22 feet to bring Howards Point into
compliance. This change was accepted and will be noted.
Subd. 9 -C -(2) This section is not understood, and Nielsen will look into the original document
for clarification.
Subd. 10 -B Language needs to be changed to indicate that to receive a license, compliance to
the CUP is a provision. Current language is too vague in pinpointing the
operation of the facility.
Anderson would like to plan licenses the same as other licenses int he City, such
as tree trimmers and garbage haulers. Renewal will be on a consent agenda rather
than a separate public hearing yearly. This change was accepted and will be
noted.
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Anderson also asked if the licenses will be transferrable. Consensus was reached
that they are not. A new owner would have to re -apply for a license.
Subd. 12 -C This section may not be legal, or advisable, to include in an Ordinance. Possibly
give a general business statement that encourages Shorewood residents being
offered first chance. More information is needed to reach a consensus.
Nielsen then questioned the next step. He stated that Public Meetings, Open House, or Public
Hearings are some options.
Anderson suggested getting the final input from the marinas first.
The revised draft will be reviewed on March 16th, and a neighborhood meeting could be held
before the Planning Commission meeting (4:30 -7:00 p.m.).
40 4. MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR
There were none at this time.
5. REPORTS
Bailey asked Mayor Love for information on the Special Meeting regarding Eagle Crest.
Mayor Love highlighted the changes presented by Eagle Crest, and Nielsen added his knowledge
of the changes.
Mayor Love stated that the Court decision is being held until February 23, to see if a settlement is
possible.
Nielsen then recapped the letter sent to Mr. Ron Johnson by the City Attorney. No reply has
been received at this point.
Nielsen also reminded the Commissioners to bring in their code books to be updated.
6. ADJOURNMENT
Turgeon moved, Anderson seconded adjourning the meeting at 9:50 p.m. Motion passed
5/0.
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED.
Kristine Kitzman, Recording Secretary
Timesaver Off -Site Secretarial, Inc.
CITY OF
MEMORANDUM
TO:
• FROM:
DATE:
RE:
FILE NO.:
BACKGROUND
SHOREWOOD
5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD - SHOREWOOD, MINNESOTA 55331 -8927 - (612) 474 -3236
FAX (612) 474 -0128 - www.state.net /shorewood - cityhall @shorewood.state.net
Planning Commission, Mayor and City Council
Brad Nielsen
27 January. 1999
Minnewashta Elementary School — C.U.P. for Classroom Addition
405(99.02)
The Cunningham Group, an architectural firm selected by the Minnetonka School
District, has submitted plans for a classroom addition to be located on the north end of the
. existing Minnewashta Elementary School building. Since the school property (see Site
Location map — Exhibit A, attached) is located in an R -IA, Single - Family Residential
zoning district, the addition requires a conditional use permit.
The school property contains approximately 21.37 acres of land. In addition to the
existing building, the site is occupied by parking areas on the south and west sides of the
building, playground facilities and ball fields to the north of the building, and the City's
water tower on the west side of the site. As explained in the applicant's request letter
(Exhibit B), the existing building'contains 65,000 square feet of area. They propose to
add approximately 5800 square feet of classroom area as shown on Exhibit C. The
addition will extend the building approximately 66 feet to the north.
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Memorandum
Re: Minnewashta Elementary School C.U.P.
27 January 1999
ISSUES AND ANALYSIS
Section 1201.10 Subd. 4.b. of the Shorewood Zoning Code sets forth conditions for
public school facilities in residential zoning districts. Following is how the proposed
addition complies with Shorewood's zoning regulations:
Building Setbacks. The required side yard setback is 20 feet. Although the existing
building is only 15 feet from the east side of the site, the proposed addition is shown
at 120 feet. Front and rear yard setbacks are not an issue with respect to the addition.
2. Screening and Landscaping. The applicant's site plan shows the location of existing
trees that were planted in conjunction with an addition which was approved in 1992.
• However, no new landscaping has been included for this addition. It is recommended
that additional landscaping be provided on the east side of the addition to soften the
mass of the building as viewed from residential properties to the east. Approval of
the conditional use permit should be contingent on the applicant submitting a
landscape plan showing size, species and spacing of proposed landscape materials.
The plant schedule should include some evergreen trees (minimum six foot height)
for winter season screening.
3. Parking. Elementary schools are required to provide off - street parking based on one
space per classroom, plus one space for each 50 students. The school presently has 76
parking spaces, not including bus parking. The bituminous play area on the north side
of the building can accommodate as many as 50 overflow spaces for special after -
school events.
While this amount of parking technically complies with the Zoning Code, area
residents have noted that on- street parking frequently occurs during special events at
the school. Neither Smithtown Road, nor Strawberry Lane is wide enough to
accommodate on- street parking and still maintain the safe flow of traffic. It has been
suggested that the overflow parking area at the rear of the building is underutilized,
either because the gate is not always opened for special events, or people are simply
unaware that they can park there.
This issue has been raised with school officials, and it has been suggested that they
submit a plan for ensuring that the overflow parking is made available for after- school
events. For example, one official suggests that some sort of signage be erected to
direct people to the overflow area. Possibly the school could advise parents through
periodic newsletters that the overflow parking area exists.
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Memorandum
Re: Minnewashta Elementary School C.U.P.
27 January 1999
4. Off - street Loading. This item was resolved with the last addition to the building.
School buses use the westerly driveway entrance to pick up and drop off students.
The location and circulation of bus loading is considered adequate for the proposed
addition.
5. General C.U.P. Requirements. The proposed addition is consistent with the general
requirements for conditional use permits provided by Section 1201.04 Subd. L(d)(1)
of the Zoning Code.
One final issue that the applicant has been asked to address has to do with site drainage.
The applicant points out that when the 1992 addition was built, sufficient ponding was
provided at the north end of the school property to accommodate future additions.
Approval of the conditional use permit should be contingent upon Watershed District
• approval of the stormwater runoff calculations that have been submitted by the applicant.
RECOMMENDATION
The School District's plans for expansion of Minnewashta Elementary generally comply
with the requirements of Shorewood's zoning regulations. It appears that the issue of off -
street parking can be mitigated by operational measures. Approval of the C.U.P. is
recommended subject to the following conditions:
A. The applicant should submit a landscape plan for the area to the east of the addition.
B. School officials should submit a plan for handling overflow parking, ensuring that the
back lot is available and publicized.
• C. Approval of the plans is contingent upon the applicant obtaining any necessary
permits from the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.
D. Construction plans submitted for a building permit are subject to review and approval
of the Fire Marshal.
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Conditional Use Permit Application
Proiect Description:
The project includes an addition of 5,800 s.f to the existing 65,000 s.f
Minnewashta Elementary School and minor modifications to the site. The
school requires this addition to redistribute the existing student population.
Currently, the school is overpopulated and demographic analysis does not show
a decrease in student population. Because of the overpopulation, special
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classrooms. This addition will allow the school to redistribute the grade levels
and gain back the converted rooms.
The project consists of four classrooms, two student restrooms, one electrical
closet, and circulation spaces connecting to the existing building. Exterior
materials and design will match the existing Elementary School. The exterior
skin will be brick, prefinished aluminum windows, and prefinished panels that
complement the exterior of the existing elementary school. The existing
building will have minor remodeling at the connection to the new addition.
The addition will be located on the existing steeply graded grass area between
the school building and the asphalt play area/overflow parking area to the North.
Currently, this area contains walkways from the elementary school down to the
play areas. The walkways, including the accessible route, will be re- routed on
the east side of the addition. All disturbed grass areas will be replaced with new
sod. In addition, new trees will be planted from the northeast corner of the
existing building, north along the property line, to help soften the boundary
between the residential areas and the school.
The existing site contains 76 parking stalls plus an overflow parking area to the
North. The overflow lot is used during after - school events and provides space
for 50 cars. Since this addition redistributes the existing student population
rather than adding more students to the school, new parking areas are not
planned.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Planning Commission, Mayor and City Council
•
FROM: Brad Nielsen
RE: Levine, Zelman - C .U.P for Accessory Space in Excess of 1200 Square
Feet
DATE: 28 January 1999
FILE NO.: 405 (99.01)
BACKGROUND
Mr. Zelman Levine proposes to construct a new home on the property located at 20115
Manor Road (see Site Location map - Exhibit A, attached). His plans include garage
space on two levels of the home, the total of which garage space will be greater than 1200
square feet in area. Mr. Levine has therefor requested a conditional use permit, pursuant
to Section 1201.03 Subd. 2.d.(4) of the Shorewood Zoning Code.
The property is zoned R -lA, Single - Family Residential and contains approximately
85,600 square feet in area. As shown on Exhibit B the proposed home extends along a
ridge that runs east and west through the middle of the subject property. The garage areas
are located on the east end of the home and contain 1116 square feet of area one each of
two floors (see Exhibit Q. The proposed home contains 3376 square feet on the main
floor alone, with an additional 2164 square feet on the second story. Exhibit D shows the
south elevation of the home. The north elevation, shown on Exhibit E, shows the
walkout level garage.
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Memorandum
Re: Levine Conditional Use Permit
28 January 1999
ANALYSIS/RECOMMENDATION
Section 1201.03 Subd. 2.d.(4) of the Zoning Code sets forth criteria for granting
conditional use permits for accessory space over 1200 square feet. Following is how the
applicant's plans comply with the Code:
a. The total area of accessory buildings (2232 square feet) does not exceed the floor
area (5540 square feet) above grade of the proposed home.
b. The total area of accessory buildings does not exceed 10 percent of the minimum
lot size for the R -1A zoning district (.10 x 40,000 = 4000 square feet).
C. The proposed house and garage comply with R -lA setback requirements. The site
• is fairly heavily wooded, and the applicant's landscape architect has provided a
reforestation plan which is consistent with Shorewood's tree preservation and
reforestation policy. Replacement trees are primarily evergreens located in
disturbed areas and concentrated along the street side of the site as a buffer from
the road.
d. Since the new garage is an integral part of the proposed house architectural
compatibility is not considered to be an issue. It should be noted that the overhead
doors for the garage are located on two different elevations of the building.
Based upon the preceding analysis, it is recommended that the applicant's request for a
conditional use permit be granted as proposed.
cc: Jim Hurm
• Tim Keane
Larry Brown
Joe Pazandak
Jim Robin
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
FOR ADDITIONAL ACCESSORY SPACE
TO ZELMAN LEVINE
WHEREAS, Zelman Levine (Applicant) is the owner of real property located at
20115 Manor Road, in the City of Shorewood, County of Hennepin, legally described as:
"Lot 1, Block 1, R Bowman Second Addition "; and
WHEREAS, the Shorewood City Code requires a Conditional Use Permit for the
construction of accessory space exceeding 1200 square feet; and
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WHEREAS, the Applicant has applied to the City for a Conditional Use Permit
for the construction of a new home with an attached garage, the area of which garage will
be 2232 square feet; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant's request was reviewed by the City Planner, and his
recommendations were duly set forth in a memorandum to the Planning Commission
dated 28 January 1999, which memorandum is on file at City Hall; and
WHEREAS, after required notice, a public hearing was held and the application
was reviewed by the Planning Commission at their regular meeting on 3 June 1997, the
minutes of which meeting are on file at City Hall; and
• WHEREAS, the Applicant's request was considered by the City Council at their
regular meeting on 2 February 1999, at which time the Planner's memorandum and the
minutes of the Planning Commission were reviewed and comments were heard by the
Council from the City staff.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Shorewood as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. That the total proposed accessory space (2232 square feet) does not exceed
the floor area above grade of the principal structure (5540 square feet).
2. That the total area of accessory space does not exceed 10% of the
minimum lot area for the R -lA Zoning District in which it is located (4,000 square feet).
3. That design and materials of the garage are consistent with the
architectural character of the proposed home.
4. That the proposed garage complies with all setback requirements for the
R -1 A District.
CONCLUSION
1. That the application of Zelman Levine for a Conditional Use Permit as set
forth herein above be and hereby is granted.
2. That this approval is subject to the following:
a. That the proposed garage will be used strictly for purposes of a
residential nature.
• b. That the Applicant is hereby advised that the City Code provides
specific regulations relative to home occupations and any future
use of the garage for other than allowable residential purposes
would have to comply with such regulations.
3. That the City Administrator /Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to
provide a certified copy of this Resolution for filing with the Hennepin County Recorder
or Registrar of Titles.
ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Shorewood this 22nd day of
February, 1999.
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Woody Love, Mayor
ATTEST:
James C. Hurm, City Administrator /Clerk
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SHOREWOOD
5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD • SHOREWOOD, MINNESOTA 55331 -8927 • (612) 474 -3236
FAX (612) 474 -0128 • www.state.net/shorewood • cityhall @shorewood.state.net
Mayor and City Council
FROM: Brad Nielsen
DATE: 18 February 1999
RE: Nelson, Ryan - Appeal Zoning Violation and Notice to Remove
FILE NO.: Property (5540 Wedgewood Drive)
Mr. Ryan Nelson has received a Zoning Violation letter (see Exhibit A, attached), and a
Notice to Remove (see Exhibit B), both dated 8 February 1999 for certain violations of
Shorewood's City Code. In his letter, dated 14 February 1999 (see Exhibit C) he is now
appealing to the City Council for additional time to comply with the notices. He has
asked for 45 days to complete the removal of items in violation.
In the past the City Council has routinely granted as much as 30 days for a property owner
to comply with the Code, assuming some progress has been made in cleaning up the site.
Staff will do a follow up inspection of the property before the meeting on 22 February
and, if noticeable progress toward compliance has been made, it will be recommended
that the property owner be given until 22 March to remove all violations.
If the owner fails to comply by the extended deadline, the City should proceed with
further legal action. In the case of nuisance items Public Works personnel will be
directed to remove the items in violation. With respect to zoning violations, the matter
will be referred to the prosecuting attorney for prosecution.
If you have any questions relative to this matter, please do not hesitate to contact me prior
to Monday nights meeting.
Cc: Jim Hurm
Tim Keane
Ken Potts
Joe Pazandak
Ryan Nelson
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CITY OF
SHOREWOOD
5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD - SHOREWOOD, MINNESOTA 55331 -8927 - (612) 474 -3236
FAX (612) 474 -0128 - www.state.nettshorewaod - cityhail @shorewood.state.net
8 February 1999
Mr. Ryan L. Nelson
5540 Wedgewood Drive
Shorewood, MN 55331
• Re: Zoning Violations — 5540 Wedgewood Drive
Dear Mr. Nelson:
Our office has received a complaint alleging that a commercial -size equipment trailer, lawn care
equipment, and other material is being parked and stored at the above - referenced property in
violation of Shorewood's City Code. Upon inspection of the property, on 2 February 1999 we
found the following to remain at the site:
• Equipment trailer, Lie. No. CTG 7764 (F 98)
Also enclosed with this letter is a "Notice to Remove" addressing items of violation on your
property which are specifically subject to the provisions of Chapter 501 of the City Code
(attached to Notice). The items which fall under this Chapter are subject to removal from the
property by the City, at the property owners expense.
Your property will be inspected for compliance on 15 February 1999. Any violation found to
exist at that time will be referred to the City Attorney for further legal action, or directly removed
from the property. If you wish to appeal this matter to the City Council, you must do so, in
writin before 15 February 1999.
If you have any questions relative to this matter, please do not hesitate to call me.
CITY OF SHOREWOOD
Bradley J. Nie en
Planning Director
cc: Jim Hurm
Tim Keane
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CITY OF
SHOREWOOD
5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD • SHOREWOOD, MINNESOTA 55331 -8827 • (612) 474 -3236
FAX (612) 474 -0128 • www.state.nettsharewood • dtyhaJ1Qshorewaod.state.net
DATE: 8 February 1999
Ryan L. Nelson
5540 Wedgewood Drive
Shorewood, MN 55331
PROPERTY LOCATION: 5540 Wedgewood Drive
PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NO.: 33- 117-23 -22 -0003
NOTICE TO REMOVE
Offensive and Unheaithv Substances
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there exists a condition on the above referenced property
which is in violation of Chapter 501, Section 501.01 of the Shorewood City Code, a copy of
which Section is enclosed. The offensive matter to be removed from the property includes, but is
not limited to the following:
• Truck salt spreader; three (3) pickup truck snow plows; sprayer; tarps; pipes;
landscape equipment; retaining wall material; four (4) wheel barrows;pots; plants;
pallets; skid steer equipment (plane and auger); lumber; tires; batteries; other similar
miscellaneous.
You are hereby required to remove the above- described matter and any other offensive matter
located on the property and in violation of Chapter 501, Section 501.01 within ten (10) days from
the date hereof. In the alternative, you may file a written notice of appeal at the Shorewood City
Hall within ten (10) days, in which case your appeal will be set for hearing at the next regularly
scheduled meeting of the City Council.
If you do not respond to this Notice within ten (10) days, the City shall take whatever won as
may be necessary to have the offensive matter removed. The costs incurred by the City for such
removal shall be charged to the property owner and become a lien against the property.
* ** PLEASE GIVE THIS MATTER YOUR BOIEDIATE ATTENTION"**
BY ORDER OF THE SHOREWOOD CITY COUNCIL
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February 14, 1999
City of Shorewood
Iam writing this Ietter in regards to the letter that I received on February 8 of 1999.
Iam asking for some more time to remove all the items that were listed, iam in the
process of finding a new location but some more time would greatly be appreciated
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If I could have 45 days from the 15 of February 1999 which will be the I" day of
April of 1999.
All the violations will be taken care of.:
Sincerely,
Ryan Nelson/Chris Wagner
Owners
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MEMORANDUM
SHOREWOOD
5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD • SHOREWOOD, MINNESOTA 55331 -8927 • (612) 474 -3236
FAX (612) 474 -0128 • www.state.netlshorewood • cityhall @shorewood.state.net
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Brad Nielsen
DATE: 18 February 1999
RE: Ohland, Brian - Appeal Zoning Violation and Notice to Remove
FILE NO.: Property (25895 Smithtown Road)
In response to neighborhood complaints, Mr. Brian Ohland has been sent a Zoning
Violation letter (see Exhibit A, attached), and a Notice to Remove (see Exhibit B), both
dated 5 February 1999 for certain violations of Shorewood's City Code. In his letter,
dated 17 February 1999 (see Exhibit C) he is now appealing to the City Council for
additional time to comply with the notices. He has asked that his deadline be extended to
21 March.
In the past the City Council has routinely granted as much as 30 days for a property owner
to comply with the Code, assuming some progress has been made in cleaning up the site.
Staff will do a follow up inspection of the property before the meeting on 22 February
and, if noticeable progress toward compliance has been made, it will be recommended
that the property owner be given until 22 March to remove all violations.
If the owner fails to comply by the extended deadline, the City should proceed with
further legal action. In the case of nuisance items Public Works personnel will be
directed to remove the items in violation. With respect to zoning violations, the matter
will be referred to the prosecuting attorney for prosecution.
If you have any questions relative to this matter, please do not hesitate to contact me prior
to Monday nights meeting.
Cc: Jim Hurm
Tim Keane
Ken Potts
Joe Pazandak
Brian Ohland
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PRUPERTY FILE
CITY OF
SHOREWOOD
5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD • SHOREWOOD, MINNESOTA 55331 -8927 • (612) 474 -3236
FAX (612) 474-0128 • www.state.nettshorewood • cityhall 0 shorewood.state.net
5 February 1999
Mr. Brian J. Ohland
25895 Smithtown Road
Shorewood, NfN 55831
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Re: Zoning Violations — 25895 Smithtown Road
Dear Mr. Ohland:
FINAL NOTICE
Our office has received complaints alleging that dump trucks, trailers, vehicles, and other-
material is being parked and stored at the above- referenced property in violation of Shorewood's
City Code. Upon inspection of the property, on 2 February 1999 we found the following to
remain at the site:
• Ford truck/tractor (white), Lic. No. YT 61931(`97) — inoperable/unlicensed
• Boat trailer — unlicensed
• Utility trailer — inoperable
• Sail boat on trailer, Lic. No. S94 552 ( — not registered to occupant of property
• Chevrolet Van (maroon), Lic. No. 544 JCJ ('96) — unlicensed and not registered to
occupant of property
• Boat on stands, under tarp, Lic. No. MN 47U BV ('99) — not registered to occupant of
property
Also enclosed with this letter is a "Notice to Remove" addressing items of violation on your
property which are specifically subject to the provisions of Chapter 501 of the City Code
(attached to Notice). The items which fall under this Chapter are subject to removal from the
property by the City, at the property owners expense.
Your property will be inspected for compliance on 15 February 1999. Any violation found to
exist at that time will be referred to the City Attorney for further legal action, or directly removed
from the property. If you wish to appeal this matter to the City Council, you must do so, in
writing, before 15 February 1999.
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Brian J. Ohland
5 February 1999
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If you have any questions relative to this matter, please do not hesitate to call me.
CITY OF SHOREWOOD
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Bradley J. Nielsen
Planning Director
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Tim Keane
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CITY OF
SHOREWOOD
5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD • SHOREtN000, MINNESOTA 55331 -8927 - (612) 474 -3236
FAX (612) 474 -0128 • www.state.net/shorewood - cityhall0shorewood.state.net
DATE: 5 February 1999
Brian J. Ohland
25895 Smithtown Road
Shorewood, IN1N 55331
PROPERTY LOCATION: 25895 Smithtown Road
PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NO.: 32- 117 -23 -14 -0040
NOTICE TO REMOVE
Offensive and Unhealthy Substances
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there exists a condition on the above referenced property
which is in violation of Chapter 501, Section 501.01 of the Shorewood City Code, a copy of
which Section is enclosed. The offensive matter to be removed from the property includes, but is
not limited to the following:
UNLICENSED AND /OR INOPERABLE VEHICLES OR EQUIPMENT-
, Ford truck/tractor (white), Lic. No. YT 61931('9'7) - inoperable/unlicensed
• Chevrolet Van (maroon), Lic. No. 544 JCJ ('96) - unlicensed
• Toyota pickup (black), Lic. No. 359 J25 (Dec.'98) - unlicensed
• Boat trailer - unlicensed
• Utility trailer - inoperable
• Equipment box; approx. 20 cu. yds. of retaining wall rocks; Ioader bucket; Iumber-, gas
tank; construction material; pallets; garage door opener; vehicle body parts; of tank;
barrels; exhaust parts; skid steer tires; poly mat; battery charger; shelves; boxes;
stairs; small roof; 11 truck tires;1 spare tire;1 tractor tire; fuel tank; trash; equipment
sweeper; old boat; dock parts; pickup tail gate; pickup topper; sink; chairs; pipes;
poles; blocks; fence material; well pressure tank; other similar items.
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You are hereby required to remove the above- described matter and any other offensive matter
located on the property and in violation of Chapter X01, Section 501.01 within ten (10) days from
the date hereof. In the alternative, you may file a written notice of appeal at the Shorewood City
Hall within ten (10) days, in which case your appeal will be set for hearing at the nest regularly
scheduled meeting of the City Council
If you do not respond to this Notice within ten (I0) days, the City shall take whatever action as
may be necessary to have the offensive matter removed. The costs incurred by the City for such
removal shall be charged to the property owner and become a lien against the property.
* ** PLEASE GIVE THIS AIATTER YOUR EM4EDIATE ATTENTION * **
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Brad Nielsen
DATE: 18 February 1999
RE: Comprehensive Plan — Review of Land Use and Natural Resources
Chapters
FILE NO. Comprehensive Plan (Admin)
We had intended to try and compile comments from the City Council for discussion at the
22 February meeting. As of this writing, however, we have only received comments
from two members. Since some of the comments are in the form of questions, it is now
suggested that they be presented verbally at the meeting Monday night. Hopefully we
can answer questions and suggest appropriate wording changes to reflect the Council's
thoughts.
Cc: Jim Hurm
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CHECK APPROVAL LISTING FOR FEBRUARY 22, 1999 COUNCIL MEETING
CHECKS ISSUED SINCE FEBRUARY 11, 1999
Page 1
CK NO
TO WHOM ISSUED
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
24701
BROWNING FERRIS
TB LIQ RECYCLING
$36.35
24702
GOVERNMENT TRAINING SERVICE
LAND USE WKSP - SKRAMSTAD
198.00
24703
KATHLEEN HEBERT
SEC 125 REIMB.
192.30
24704
JOSEPH LUGOWSKI
SEC 125 REIMB.
804.22
24705
MERCHANT TRANSACTION SUPPLY SUPPLIES
306.00
24706
PEPSI COLA COMPANY
POP PURCHASE/MISC PURCHASE
80.35
24707
US WEST
COMMUNICATIONS
248.08
24708
US WEST DEX
ADVERTISING
348.77
24709
WINWOOD CO, INC.
REFUND UTILITY BILL -6030 SPRUCE
43.81
24710
DAHLHEIMER DIST.
BEER PURCHASE
579.75
24711
DAY DISTRIBUTING
BEER PURCHASE
7,239.25
24712
EAST SIDE BEVERAGE CO.
BEER/MISC PURCHASE
12,789.45
. 24713
24714
MARK VII
MARLIN'S TRUCKING
BEER/MISC PURCHASE
FREIGHT
6,267.65
141.10
24715
THORPE DISTRIBUTING
BEER/MISC PURCHASE
11,647.50
24716
WASTE MANAGEMENT
WASTE REMOVAL
118.93
24717
US POSTMASTER
TRAIL MTG. MAILING
41.63
24718
MCMA SECRETARIAT
SEMINAR REGISTRATION -HURM
185.00
24719
US POSTMASTER
TRAIL MTG. MAILING
529.00
24720
DNR WATERS
98 WATER APPROPRIATION FEE
577.78
24721
PERA
PERA
2,991.05
24722
ICMA RETIREMENT TRUST 457
DEFERRED COMP
1,130.40
24723
CITY COUNTY CREDIT UNION
PAYROLL DEDUCTIONS
950.80
24724
LEAGUE OF MN CITIES
CONF -NEWLY ELECTED OFFICIALS
360.00
24725
MN CHILD SUPPORT PMT CENTER
CHILD SUPPORT -C. SCHMID
181.50
24726
MINNETONKA REFRIGERATION
EQUIP MAINT
414.29
24727
BRADLEY NIELSEN
SEC 125 REIMB.
350.00
24728
NORTHERN STATES POWER
UTILITIES
5,603.61
24729
JOSEPH PAZANDAK
MILEAGE/SUPPLIES
44.72
24730
PEPSI COLA COMPANY
MISC PURCHASE
108.50
24731
ALAN ROLEK
SEC 125 REIMB.
150.00
24732
US POSTMASTER
BUS. REPLY PERMIT /CO RD 19 MAILIN
751.36
24733
MCGUIRE & SONS
PLUMBING REPAIRS
256.86
24734
JAMES FINSTUEN
OVERPAID FINAL H2O BILL
84.39
24735
BELLBOY CORP.
LIQUORIWINE PURCHASE
4,559.48
24736
BELLBOY BAR SUPPLY
MISC /SUPPLY PURCHASE
349.71
24737
MIDWEST COCA -COLA CO
MISC PURCHASE
672.34
24738
DAHLHEIMER DIST.
BEER PURCHASE
336.30
24739
GRIGGS, COOPER & CO.
LIQUOR/WINE/MISC PURCHASE
14,731.37
24740
JOHNSON BROS. LIQUOR CO.
LIQUORNVINE PURCHASE
7,577.93
24741
LAKE REGION VENDING
MISC PURCHASE
1,494.47
24742
MARK VII
BEER PURCHASE
3,184.00
24743
PAUSTIS WINE CO.
WINE/BEER PURCHASE
832.38
24744
PHILLIPS WINE & SPIRITS
LIQUOR/WINE PURCHASE
3,884.55
24745
QUALITY WINE & SPIRITS
LIQUOR/WINE PURCHASE
3,844.59
TOTAL CHECKS ISSUED
$97,219.52
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Payroll Register
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Check # Last Name First Name MI Check Amt Check Date
214142
ALMICH
RYAN
D
214143
BASTYR
CONNIE
D
214144
BROWN
LAWRENCE
A
214145
BETTS
GRAYDON
D
214146
BLECHTA
HEATHER
A
214147
BLECHTA
RYAN
C
214148
BUHL
SUSAN
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214149
COLE
ANGELA
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214150
DAVIS
CHARLES
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214151
DAVIS
KELLEN
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214152
EDRALIN
LAURENCE
A
214153
ERDMAN
JOE
H
214154
FIELDS
MICHAEL
R
214155
GARFUNKEL
JOHN
J
214156
GROUT
TWILA
R
214157
HEBERT
KATHLEEN
A
214158
HELGESEN
PATRICIA
R
214159
HELLING
PAMELA
J
214160
HEURKINS
MARK
K
214161
HUGHES
PATRICK
V
214162
HURM
JAMES
C
214163
JAKEL
BRIAN
D
214164
JENSEN
JEFFREY
A
214165
JOHNSON
DENNIS
D
214166
JOHNSON
PAUL
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214167
JOSEPHSON
KELLY
F
214168
JOSEPHSON
WILLIAM
F
214169
LATTERNER
MOLLY
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30.47
402.48
1,620.85
118.40
46.53
50.10
360.56
664.99
910.80
76.11
189.67
89.06
20.20
184.70
698.48
529.00
571.12
592.87
267.79
91.42
1,805.64
323.09
951.00
954.37
111.05
50.10
629.86
57.12
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
2/16/99
Wednesday, February 17,1999
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214170
LATTERNER
SUSAN
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664.99
2/16/99
214171
LIZEE
CHRISTINE
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184.70
2/16/99
214172
LOVE
CLIFFORD
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219.24
2/16/99
214173
LUGOWSKI
JOSEPH
P
837.71
2/16/99
214174
LUND
JASON
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178.10
2/16/99
214175
MASON
BRADLEY
J
793.23
2/16/99
214176
MCDONALD
DANIEL
J
73.73
2/16/99
214177
NAAB
THERESA
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797.88
2/16/99
214178
NICCUM
LAWRENCE
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1,182.83
2/16/99
214179
NIELSEN
BRADLEY
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913.39
2/16/99
214180
OLSEN
MAX
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33.25
2/16/99
214181
PAZANDAK
JOSEPH
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1,165.28
2/16/99
214182
POUNDER
CHRISTOPHER
J
967.56
2/16/99
214183
RANDALL
DANIEL
J
942.48
2/16/99
214184
ROGERS
DONALD
J
60.03
2/16/99
214185
ROLEK
ALAN
J
1,204.74
2/16/99
214186
RUTLEDGE
PATRICK
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97.66
2/16/99
214187
SAYER
JOHN
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342.52
2/16/99
214188
SCHMID
CHRISTOPHER
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483.49
2/16/99
214189
SMITH
ANDREW
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51.72
2/16/99
214190
STOVER
KRISTI
184.70
2/16/99
214191
THURSTON
DEBRA
J
259.41
2/16/99
214192
YOUNG
DEAN
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40.10
2/16/99
214193
ZERBY
MICHAEL
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184.70
2/16/99
Total of Checks
$24,261.27
Wednesday, February 17, 1999 Page 2 of 2
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FE3 1 P iSSG ju
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February 17, 1999
To: Shorewood City Council
From: Lloyd Lawe
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Re: Parking at Minnewashta
I am writing this letter in response to your voice message on February 11, 1999.
Llovd P. Law
Principal
Nlinnewashta Elementary School
26350 Smithtown Road
Excelsior, llN 35331
(612) -470 -2630
(612)470 -2656 fax
With the growth of Minnewashta, parking has become a problem for the local
neighborhood. To help solve the problem the school will put the following measures into
effect at our next night event:
1. The back playground will be open for parking.
2. All parents will be notified that space is available for their parking needs.
3. Overflow parking signs will be posted to assist parents.
4. We will notify the custodian whenever these events are being held so he can open the
back gate and post signs.
5. The back doors to the school will be open for easy entrance from the back parking lot.
Cc: Brad Nielson
Tom Berge
Gene George
SERVING THE COMMUNITIES OF: Xll \\ETO\K:1, CHANHASSEN, DEEPHAX'F. \, EDEN PRAIRIE, E,\ r.L:IOR, GREE\1t(l�)D, SHUREI4'00D. TU Sn.i BAYN ItTAIRIA, WOODLAND
Metropolitan Livable Communities Fund
b y for the programs outlined in the law, the Legislature created the Metropolitan Livable
ities Fund. The fund is made up of three accounts administered by the Metropolitan Council
mmunities that apply for any of the loans or grants available through the Metropolitan Livable
Communities Fund must first choose to participate in the housing incentives program outlined in the
law and must work toward housing goals developed in cooperation with the Council.
ard
more affordable housing
One account, the Local Housing Incentives
Account, is a regional fund to help participating
communities striving to create affordable and
life -cycle housing opportunities. This account is
expected to generate about $500,000 in 1997
and $1.5 million a year in subsequent years.
Communities that receive funding from this
account must match these grant dollars.
The Council is also working with other funding
agencies, including the Minnesota Housing Finance
Agency and the Minneapolis -St. Paul Family
Housing Fund to coordinate housing investments
in the region and simplify the process of
applying for resources.
In addition, the Council is working with the City
of Minneapolis on efforts to create more affordable
housing throughout the region —with $117 million
the federal government directed to the city's
Public Housing Authority to carry out terms
of the 1994 Hollman lawsuit settlement.
When considering funding requests for
dollars in the Livable Communities Fund,
the Council offers a competitive advantage
to participating communities that provide
housing subsidized under
terms of the Hollman
settlement.
ommunity investment
Affordable and life -cycle housing is an
economic investment we make in communities
and their residents. It is a commitment to young
families, single people and older residents that
they can afford a home in the community of their
choice. It is an opportunity for families living on
moderate incomes and single people pursuing
independence. Residents young and old will have
greater opportunity to remain in their community
and find housing they can afford.
Housing affordability gives people who commute
nNu
� + ating " "livable communities"
to work in growing suburbs the opportunity to
own or rent housing near their jobs. It provides
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The Livable Communities Demonstration
unemployed and underemployed people better
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Account provides loans and grants to communi-
access to developing jobs and livable wages.
ties —to encourage efficient and creative develop-
It provides a labor supply for businesses in
ment and redevelopment initiatives. The account
growing cities and towns.
is a resource to metro -area communities that offer
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compact, higher- density development, a range of
Closing the gap between where the
housing types and costs —to ensure housing that's
jobs are —and where the people live who
affordable within close proximity to jobs, a mix
need jobs —will help ensure continued.:
of residential and commercial development, transit
prosperity and community stability in��
services and other transportation alternatives.
the Twin Cities area.'
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The Council works with an advisory committee
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that sets criteria for determining which projects
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qualify for funding from this account and
o
recommends projects for funding.
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Dollars available through this account total
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about $4.1 million a year. To be eligible for funds
from this account, communities must choose to
.
participate in the housing incentives program
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and work toward housing goals developed
in cooperation with the Council.
Home Buyers Tax Break Program
A final component of the 1995 Livable
Communities Act is the Home Buyers Tax
Break Program, which offers income tax
exemptions to people who meet certain
income guidelines, and who purchase and
move into homes in designated urban
neighborhoods before July 1997.
Eligible communities include Minneapolis'
Folwell and McKinley neighborhoods,
Columbia Heights' southeast neighbor-
hood and St. Paul's West Side. Families
who buy and occupy a home within these
four communities are eligible for an
income tax break for up to five years —
provided they comply with program
guidelines.
Those interested should contact any real
estate agent, the Minneapolis Community
Development Agency at 673 -5237, the
City of Columbia Heights at 782 -2854, or
the Neighborhood Development Alliance
in St. Paul at 292 -0131. For copies
of a brochure on the program, call the
Regional Data Center at 291 -8140.
The Legislature, in 1996,
expanded the program to
also provide income tax
exemptions for people
who move into an
"urban revitalization and
stabilization zone" in
communities impacted by
aircraft noise near the
Minneapolis -St. Paul
International Airport.
Under the program,
which began in June 1996,
families who buy and move
into homes in affected
neighborhoods may be
eligible for an income tax
break for up to five years.
For information on the
program and income
guidelines, call the
Regional Data Center
at 291 -8140. a
Progress Report
The Metropolitan Livable Communities Act
requires the Council to issue an annual city -by -city
report card on affordable and life -cycle housing
in the metro area.
This allows the Council, lawmakers, local officials
and the public to monitor communities' progress
and success at providing a greater distribution
of affordable and life -cycle housing throughout
the metropolitan area.
Questions?
The Council will often look to communities to help
shape the Livable Communities program and define
and interpret various aspects of this legislation.
If you have questions, please direct them to the
Council's Community Development Division
at 291 -6633.
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Facts
about the
Metropolitan Livable Communities Act
1 /10: Individual communities, working
in partnership with the Metropolitan Council
allat: An investment in the health and vitality
of the region. The Legislature established a
fund for communities to invest in local economic
revitalization and affordable housing initiatives.
The fund has three separate accounts dedicated
to cleaning up polluted land; revitalizing commu-
nities and promoting efficient development; and
providing housing that's affordable to people
with moderate incomes.
The law is cited as unique in the nation.
Its benefits are clear:
• cities and towns are eligible for dollars to
improve communities, and,
• local units of government are in the
driver's seat to guide local planning and
decision - making.
Communities choose whether to participate
and help determine how to use the
resources available.
mq
en: To be eligible for funding, communities
must elect to participate in the housing program
by November 15.
mere: Communities in the Twin Cities
metro area.
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The "Livable Communities Act" is an
investment in the region. It will contribute to the
economic well -being of the central cities and
surrounding suburbs. It will expand affordable
and life -cycle housing opportunities where
job growth is highest. And, it will encourage
communities to be creative about development
and redevelopment efforts and promote growth
that is more compact and transit - oriented.
The emphasis is on cooperation and incentives
to achieve regional goals. Though local units
of government are well positioned to make
decisions about how their cities and towns will
grow and develop, the law recognizes it will take
partnerships and shared responsibility in the
region to continue our economic successes.
Communities are encouraged to
include housing diversity and choice
among their primary objectives. Priority for
infrastructure investments is given to communi-
ties that choose to participate and further their
commitment to providing housing that is
affordable to moderate - income families,
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families just starting out, single people 6 m�
and older residents. These basic
principles championed in the N1 5
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are also supported by
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To: Mayor and City Council
From: James C. Hurm, City Administrator
Date: February 22, 1999
Re: Upcoming Issues and Suggested Dates
The following are items that may take substantial discussion on the part of the Council.
You could consider them "work session' type items.
Items Proposed
Da_ te_
Detailed review of Comprehensive Plan sections:
• Land Use
2/22
• Natural Resources
2/22
• Transportation
3/8
• Community Facilities
3/22
• Housing
4/12
Comprehensive Plan Open House
May 5, 6, 13
Comprehensive Plan Public Hearing
5/18*
(Planning Commission)
Comprehensive Plan Council Consideration
5/24
Consideration of Participation in the Livable Communities Act Program
2/22
(with Metropolitan Council representatives)
Transit - meet with Tom Workman
Future of Land Conservation Report
Disaster Preparedness
Policy Survey
* Other than regular meeting night.
Options for Delivery of Council Packets
February 18, 1999
Page 2 of 2
3. Staff or Public Works - We have always considered this as a backup option.
You have seen several of us deliver packets from time -to -time. This is not good
use of staff time and should still be considered a primary option. Where there is
a patrol value with police driving through the neighborhood, there is little value
in taking Public Works from their assigned duties. The packets would need to
be ready by 2:30 p.m. or so in the afternoon for Public Works. This is not
always possible.
4. Utilize outside assistance - There are several residents who would deliver
packets for us. I have talked with Drew Kriesel, who does City Hall and
Community Center janitorial work and warming house supervision. He could
deliver packets for us (30 -35) per year for a total annual cost of about $500.
We could arrange for a second person and have an understanding that the Police
Department and staff could also serve as backup in unusual circumstances.
k" 4/A-
4 seems to be ry cost effective option which would be handy for all involved. It
could be implemented immediately. Staff awaits direction from Council.
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To: Mayor and City Council
From: James C. Hurm, City Administrator
Date: February 18, 1999
Re: Options for Delivery of Council Packets
The following is a brief discussion of options for delivering meeting packets to Council
members:
The Police Department has delivered Council packets for years in Shorewood and in
Greenwood (their meetings are the first Tuesday of each month). In Excelsior the packets
are placed in a metal box outside City Hall for Council members to pick up any time after
Thursday afternoons. The Tonka Bay Public Works crew delivers their packets usually
early Friday afternoon for a Tuesday evening meeting.
We hope to have packets ready by Thursday at 5:00 p.m. Depending on the agenda and
who we are waiting on for material, they can be ready as late as Friday afternoon as well.
Options•
1. Police - There may be nothing wrong with Police Officers being familiar with
the location of Council members' homes and, in fact, have a presence in the
neighborhood. Generally officers don't mind it, but there can be problems
when we like to have them delivered between 5:00 and 7:00 p.m. on a
Thursday or Friday evening. There can be communication problems with it
being close to shift change. Officers should be busy with rush hour and regular
calls then. It is worth noting that officers find it more difficult each year to find
time for patrolling.
2. Council members can pick their packets up after 5:00 p.m. Thursdays at City
Hall. This would be relatively easy for four of the five Council members.
Council makeup can change. It may not be as handy for those living on the east
side. Also, staff would have to let you know somehow if the packet will not be
available until Friday afternoon. Council members are very busy people and
may not find time to stop by until later in the weekend.