Ramsey Resident - 1986 - November

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WHAT'S HAPPENING AT CITY HALL Ramsey City Council met on October 7 and con- ducted public hearings regarding use of Federal Revenue Sharing Funds and the 1987 proposed Ci- ty Budget. Council approved Change Order #1 to the contract for municipal well system #2 to delete cer- tain items resulting in a net contract decrease of $10,736.25. Council reviewed requests from senior citizens for deferment of special assessments for sealcoating; the requests were denied based on non- compliance with State Statute which requires ap- plication to be made prior to the adoption of the final assessment rolls. Council approved a metes and bounds subdivision for Mrs. Dorothy Hunt. Council adopted the 1986 tax levy collectable in 1987. City Council met on October 14 and approved the Lions Club request to donate and construct a shelter at Central Park. A resolution was adopted declaring the City's intent to acquire and develop Gateway North Industrial Airport. The Council con- tinued review of the proposed 1987 budget and set policies for 1987 spending. Council met on October 20 and conducted a public hearing regarding the proposed extension of sewer and water improvements to the Industrial area. Several property owners stated that even with City assistance in financing the project, they could not afford the assessments as proposed. Council met on October 21 and it was reported that the appearance of Mr. Root's property has improv- ed; action on the conditional use permit was tabled and the City Engineer was directed to determine whether or not the materials applied to the parking area meet the requirement of 'dust free'. City Staff was directed to enter into negotiations to acquire right-of-way easements for the future extension of 155th Avenue N.W. from Variolite Street N.W. to Armstrong Blvd. N.W. utilizing MSA funds. Berndt Development Company received approval to move in a residential garage for commercial use at 6159 Hwy. #10 N.W. No action was taken on the preliminary plat approval for Autumn Meadows because no provision for a public easement to be used as a second access was produced. Great Plains Gas received approval to construct an of- fice/display structure at 7411 Hwy. #10 N.W. Coun- cil approved Mr. Adams' request to abate the re- maining balance of a 1980 street construction assessment against one of his properties because of certain situations that make it unbuildable. Council was informed that they should not deny requests for special assessment deferments solely on the grounds of late application and reconsidered and ap- proved two previous requests for deferment plus an additional one that had been received. Park dedica- tion requirements for the Northfork, P.U.D. were discussed; a proposed plan includes an addition to the adjacent Whispering Pines Park, a multiple use trail system, tot lot, cash and/or land. The proposal for a business incubator facility was reviewed and concept approval was given to it. Staff was directed to enter into contracts with the lowest bidders for water penetration repairs at City Hall. A petition was received for street improvements in Itasca Heights and Council ordered a feasibility study. Council discussed the City's requirement for a certificate of lot survey to be submitted with all building permit ap- plications and the fact that it isn't always needed or dosen't contain pertinent information; the issue was tabled. A feasibility study for MSA road im- provements to Roanoke Street was ordered. Coun- cil adopted an ordinance establishing a Landfill Commission. Council met on November 5 and certified the November 4 election results. Council met on November 12 and approved the in- stallation of a culvert at 156th Avenue and Hematite. Council proceeded to discuss options for deferments/discounts for assessments associated with the proposed extension of sewer and water to the Industrial area. One of the options presented allowed for extended periods of deferment and graduated discounts to the assessments based on how soon the property owner starts the ten year pay- ment period. Council directed City Staff to prepare an assessment option that would limit deferments to ten years but decrease the assessments overall by utilizing more than the 50%-60% of tax increment revenues projected for use in this project. MEETING CALENDAR December 1986 Dec. 2 Tuesday Planning and Zoning Commission City Hall 7:30 p.m. Dec. 4 Thursday Economic Development Company City Hall 7:30 a.m. Dec. 10 Wednesday Economic Development Commission City Hall 7:30 a.m. Dec. 10 Wednesday Airport Commission City Hall 7:30 p.m. Dec. 11 Thursday Park and Recreation Commission City Hall 7:00 p.m. Dec. 23 Tuesday City Council City Hall 7 30 : p.m. Dec. 18 Thursday Board of Adjustment City Hall 7:30 p. m. A~endas for all Council, Commission and Committee meetings are available at City Hall two working days prior to the date of the meeting. ITEMS TO BE PLACED ON THE COUNCIL AGENDA MUST BE SUBMITTED TO CITY STAFF BY NOON ON MONDAY OF THE WEEK PRECEDING THE SCHEDULED COUNCIL MEETING. NOTE: Ramsey Municipal Center will close at 1 :00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 24 and will be closed on Thursday, December 25. ~ COMMISSION MEETING NEWS The Planning and Zoning Commission con- ducted a joint meeting with the Economic Development Commission on September 22 and discussed city ordinances and codes with respect to commercial/industrial development; general con- sensus was that the ordinances are adequate but require stricter enforcement. The Commissions discussed the idea of establishing performance stan- dards which is a method of controlling development utilizing the level of amenities that are available in a given area as a guideline rather than zoning. The Commissions also discussed home occupation per- mits and what constitutes an in-home business. The Planning Commission met on October 7 and tabled Mr. Wirz' request to operate a nursery and retail sales business in a residential district. Mr. Paul Bertils was advised to proceed to the preliminary plat stage for 14 residential lots west of Cty. Rd. #5 and north of 167th. Approval of a metes and bounds sub- division for Mrs. Dorothy Hunt was recommended. The Commission recommended approval of Mr. Berndt's request to move in a residential-type garage to property zoned business, 6159 Hwy. #10, con- tingent upon the existing garage being removed by June 1, 1987. The next Commission meeting was rescheduled from November 4 to November 5. The Planning and Zoning Commission con- ducted a special meeting on October 21 and Mr. Jerry Coffin's request to construct a pole building for storage at 6336 Hwy. #10 was tabled until Mr. Coffin can provide additional information regarding a structure that would have a facade that complies with the City Code. It was recommended that: 1) Ci- ty approve the construction of a 26' x 40' of- fice/display building for Great Plains Gas; 2) Chalich Trucking be approved to construct a pole building for truck storage at 8049 146th Avenue provided there be a brick facade on the east and south sides of the building. The Commission discussed the re- quirement for submitting a certificate of lot survey with building permit applications and whether or not the Building Official should be given the latitude to determine those certificates of survey are necessary. The Planning and Zoning Commission met on November 5 and recommended approval of Mr. Wirz' request to operate a nursery and retail business in the R 1-R Residential District. The Com- mission recommended denial of Mr. Simons' request to operate an automobile sales business at 7205-7210 Hwy. #10 based on concerns with the ac- cess onto Hwy. #10, proposed display of vehicles in the highway right-of-way setback and continued residential use of the property. The Commission recommended approval of a mini-plat subdivision for Mr. Barthold and a metes and bounds subdivision for Jim Peterson. The Commission discussed the Ci- ty's fencing requirements for ponding areas and RAMSEY MUNICIPAL CENTER 15153 Nowthen Blvd. 427-1410 HOME PHONE 753-1566 421-8987 753-1610 421-1848 427-1254 COUNCIL Mayor Gary Reimann Council member Jean Schlueter Council member Arnie Cox Council member AI Sorteberg Council member Steve Deluca COMMISSION CHAIRPERSONS Ken Peterson, Planning & Zoning John Lichter, Park & Recreation Jack Beissel, Cable T.V. Don Greenberg, Economic Development Jack Ippel, Airport Dick Sieber, Charter CITY STAFF Administrator David Hartley Assessor les Wirz Attorney Bill Goodrich Building Inspector Elvin Erickson Development Director Anne Norris Engineer Peter Raatikka Finance Officer Noel Graczyk Public Works Supt. Merle Mevissen Police Chief Mike Auspos 427-3844 753-1227 753-1041 441-1939 753-4165 421-2161 427-141 0 427-1 41 0 421-5424 427-1410 427-141 0 427-5860 427-141 0 427-4180 427-141 0 moved to recommend that the City Code be modified to delete the requirement to fence in man-made storm water retention basins as the requirement creates liability. The Economic Development Commission and Company met on September 25 for a goal set- ting/strategic planning session to identify activity needed to stimulate economic development in Ramsey. The Economic Development Commission met on October 8 and directed the Promotional Subcom- mittee to proceed with production of a video of Ramsey utilizing the services of Slide Shows, Inc. The goal setting session of September 25 and directed that a budget to accomplish those activities be compiled and presented to Council on October 14. The Commission recommended that the Economic Development Company proceed to plan a business appreciation event in Ramsey. The Economic Development Commission met on November 12 and briefly discussed the business in- cubator proposal by Iron Works Development Cor- poration; a special meeting was scheduled for November 19 and it was requested that represen- tatives from Iron Works be present to discuss the proposal. The Commission discussed, at great length, the proposed extension of sewer and water to the industrial area and options for deferments and discounts to those that cannot afford the assessments in the near future. The Commission moved to recommend that City Council proceed with the project with provisions for up to a 20 year defer- ment of the assessment with a variety of discounts being offered for accepting the assessment within the first ten years of the project. The Charter Commission met on September 25 and accepted the resignation of Gary Heitman and directed that the Commission vacancy be advertis- ed. Mr. Hartley and City Attorney Goodrich were pre- sent to discuss items of concern in the City Charter; Staff was directed to prepare proposed amendments and schedule the next Charter meeting for October 23. The Park and Recreation Commission met on September 11 and appointed Mr. John Lichter as Chairman. The Commission reviewed the Stanhope River Hills plat for park dedication requirements and recommended acquiring Outlot A along the Rum River. A motion passed requesting that Council not close parks because of nuisance problems but rather use stricter enforcement. It is requested that a member of the Park Commission be included in city budget discussions and preparation. The Commis- sion recommended that the City support the Com- munity Education Program at or above the current level of funding. LICENSE YOUR DOG All dogs in the City of Ramsey must have a cur- rent license. The cost is $3.00 for males and spayed females and $5.00 for unspayed females. Licenses are not required for dogs less than six months of age. In. case: a dog tag is lost or destroyed, a duplicate Will be Issued upon payment of $1.00. Licenses are good for a period of two years. You must show a cur- rent rabies vacciantion certificate when getting your license. Also, City Ordinance allows only two dogs per household; any more than that would require a kennel permit. GOT SOMETHING TO SAY? Remember Citizen Input. The Ramsey City Coun- cil, Economic Development Commission, Park Board, Planning and Zoning Commission, Airport Commission and Charter Commission all have a "Citizen Input" time set aside at the beginning of each meeting. "Citizen Input" permits citizens to ad- dress Councilor Commissions without first having to get on the agenda. If you have something that you would like to bring to the attention of Councilor Commissions, don't forget "Citizen Input".