111411regular CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
RICHFIELD Richfield, Minnesota
Regular Meeting
November 14, 2011
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Goettel at 7:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Members Present: Debbie Goettel, Mayor; Pat Elliott; Sue Sandahl; Fred Wroge; and Tom
Fitzhenry.
Staff Present: Steven L. Devich, City Manager; John Stark, Community Development
Director; Mike Eastling, Public Works Director; Jim Topitzhofer, Recreation
Services Director; Melissa Poehlman, City Planner; Corrine Heine, City
Attorney; and Cheryl Krumholz, Executive Coordinator.
OPEN FORUM
Russ Susag, 6500 Woodlake Drive, acknowledged the Richfield Symphonic Orchestra's
participation in the Veterans Day event in Inver Grove Heights.
Eric Rodel, 7601 Pillsbury Avenue, expressed concerns regarding the proposed
development on the former City garage site.
Barry LeBlanc, 7531 Pillsbury Avenue, expressed concerns regarding Richfield housing
and the proposed development on the City's former garage site.
Luke Bonawitz, 7615 Garfield Avenue, expressed concern regarding the quality of work by
Ron Clark (developer of proposed project at former City garage site) and questioned the future
vision of Richfield.
Ann Somers, 7527 Grand Avenue, expressed concerns regarding the proposed Pillsbury
Commons development.
PRESENTATION OF COLORS AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Goettel led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
M/Wroge, S/Sandahl to approve the minutes of(1) Special City Council Worksession of
October 25, 2011 and (2) Regular City Council Meeting of October 25, 2011.
Motion carried 5-0.
Item #1 ANNUAL MEETING WITH PLANNING COMMISSION
Rick Jabs, Planning Commission Chair, reported on the 2010-11 commission
accomplishments.
Item #2 COUNCIL DISCUSSION
• HATS OFF TO HOMETOWN HITS
Council Member Fitzhenry announced Best Buy has become a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon
Corporation.
Council Member Fitzhenry acknowledged the success of the November 12, 2011 Municipal
Center open house.
Mayor Goettel announced the appointment of an HRA Commissioner will now be a process
similar to the advisory commission recruitment and encouraged residents to apply.
Council Member Wroge stated he received a request from a resident to have the City
consider putting up Christmas decorations at the 66th Street and Portland Avenue roundabout and
other major intersections in Richfield.
City Manager Devich stated there are economic concerns as well as seeking Hennepin
County approval on their roads but if the City Council wished, the costs could be included in the
budget.
Council Member Elliott suggested a joint effort with the Chamber of Commerce to cover
costs.
Council Member Wroge discussed his concerns regarding the proposed Ron Clark project
for the development of the former garage site. He stated he would not vote affirmatively for any
zoning or any other changes unless the project returned to the original plan presented. He
expressed concern that the Request for Proposal targeted certain populations. He also mentioned
parking issues and 77th Street access.
Council Member Wroge suggested the City clear the land to make green space and ask
developers what project would work there. He said single family residential is not an option now.
Council Member Elliott stated he generally agreed with Council Member Wroge that as the
project stands now, he is opposed to it.
Item #3 COUNCIL APPROVAL OF AGENDA
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M/Fitzhenry, S/Sandahl to approve the agenda.
Motion carried 5-0.
Item #4 CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Consideration of approval of continuing public hearing to December 13, 2011 regarding
final plat approval for 6700-6758 Portland Avenue (site of City Hall and Heredia Park) S.R.
No. 214
B. Consideration of approval of first reading of ordinance amending Richfield City Code
Appendix D establishing change in fees and scheduling second reading for December 13,
2011 S.R. No. 215
C. Consideration of approval of first reading of amending ordinances related to Minnehaha
Creek Watershed District Erosion Control Rule and Wetland Protection Rule and
scheduling second reading for December 13, 2011 S.R. No. 216
D. Consideration of approval of first reading of ordinance amending Subsection 537.13;
Subd. 2 related to expansion of dimensional or bulk nonconformities in Mixed Use Districts
and scheduling second reading for December 13, 2011 S.R. No. 217
E. Consideration of approval of participating in National Joint Powers Agreement cooperative
purchasing program S.R. No. 218
F. Consideration of approval of two-year use and indemnification agreement between City of
Richfield and Tom Price for rental of 4,690 square-foot strip of land along edge of Lincoln
Field S.R. No. 219
G. Consideration of approval of Richfield Municipal Center change order report for aggregate
net effect of$71,788.83 in items included within project budget S.R. No. 220
H. Consideration of approval of request for renewal of 2012 currency exchange licenses for
New Unbank Company, LLC; 6421 Penn Avenue; and Los Gallos 12, Inc., 6539-B 14th
Avenue S.R. No. 221
I. Consideration of approval of scheduling public hearing on December 13, 2011 for new
secondhand goods dealer license for Los Gallos Richfield, Inc., 6539-14th Avenue S.R.
No. 222
J. Consideration of approval of scheduling public hearing on December 13, 2011 for renewal
of 2012 pawnbroker and secondhand goods dealer licenses for Metro Pawn and Gun, Inc.
and University Cash Company, LLC, d/b/a Avi's Pawn and Jewelry S.R. No. 223
K. Consideration of approval of scheduling public hearing on December 13, 2011 for renewal of
2012 on-sale wine and on-sale 3.2 percent malt liquor licenses for Red Pepper Chinese
Restaurant, Thompson's Fireside Pizza, Chipotle Mexican Grill of Colorado, LLC d/b/a
Chipotle Mexican Grill; Patrick's Bakery & Café; Lariat Lanes; The Noodle Shop-Colorado,
Inc. d/b/a Noodles and Company and Joy's Pattaya Thai Restaurant S.R. No. 224
L. Consideration of approval of scheduling public hearing on December 13, 2011 for renewal of
2012 on-sale intoxicating and Sunday liquor licenses for Khan's Mongolian Barbeque;
Champps Operating Corporation d/b/a Champp's Restaurant; Minneapolis-Richfield
American Legion Post 435; Fred Babcock VFW Post No. 5555 d/b/a Four Nickels Food and
Drink; Don Pablo's Operating Corporation d/b/a Don Pablo's; Wiltshire Restaurants, LLC
d/b/a Houlihan's Restaurant & Bar; The Frenchmans; El Tejaban Mes. Grill; and Richfield
Hotel Associates S.R. No. 225
M/Goettel, S/Wroge to approve the Consent Calendar.
Motion carried 5-0.
Item #5 CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS, IF ANY, REMOVED FROM CONSENT
CALENDAR
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None.
Item #6 CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AMENDING RICHFIELD COMPREHENSIVE
PLAN DESIGNATING 609 74TH STREET WEST AS NEIGHBORHOOD
COMMERCIAL; 7401 LYNDALE AVENUE AS COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL; AND
WEST 140 FEET OF 7421 LYNDALE AVENUE AS COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL
(STAFF REPORT NO. 226)
Council Member Sandahl presented Staff Report No. 226.
Tom Price, Woodlawn Terrace owner, requested changes to the proposed zoning
amendment.
City Planner Poehlman explained the building height difference allowed in an MR-2 and MR-
3 and that the neighbors to the north may have a concern. She added that unless a proposed
development is presented, it may be premature to increase the density.
Jim Erickson, development consultant for Mr. Price, explained the request for a deeper
commercial zone and an MR-3 designation on the remainder to the east if there is any
redevelopment to replace the existing trailer court use. He stated Mr. Price had no objections to the
Comprehensive Plan changes and rezoning as they affect only 609 74th Street W.
Mark Nichols, 609 74th Street W owner, stated he had no objections to Mr. Price's plan and
requested the process for his property (609 74th Street) proceed only if it does not disadvantage Mr.
Price's revision.
M/Sandahl, S/Goettel that the following resolution be adopted and that it be made part of
these minutes:
RESOLUTION NO. 10572
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE CITY'S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
CHANGING THE DESIGNATION OF
609 WEST 74TH STREET TO "NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL"AND
7401 LYNDALE AVENUE AND THE WEST 140 FEET OF 7421 LYNDALE AVENUE
TO "COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL"
Motion carried 5-0. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 10572.
Item #7 CONSIDERATION OF FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE REZONING 609 74TH
STREET WEST FROM MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (M-2) TO SERVICE OFFICE
AND REZONING ALL BUT WEST 140 FEET OF 7421 LYNDALE AVENUE FROM
NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS (C-1) TO MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (MR-2)
AND SCHEDULING SECOND READING FOR DECEMBER 13, 2011
(STAFF REPORT NO. 227)
Council Member Fitzhenry presented Staff Report No. 227.
City Planner Poehlman stated the applicant has been notified of the extension of the
deadline for issuing a decision due to the date of City Council meetings. She added the staff
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recommendation is to rezone the site to match the Comprehensive Plan and continue discussions
with Mr. Price on his requested changes.
City Planner Poehlman explained the public hearing process which provides neighbors the
opportunity to voice any concerns.
Jim Erickson, Development Consultant, stated no objection to proceeding tonight and
readdressing their proposed changes on December 13.
M/Fitzhenry, S/Goettel to consider first reading of ordinance rezoning 609 74th Street West
from Multi-Family Residential (M-2) to Service Office (SO) and rezoning all but west 140 feet of
7421 Lyndale Avenue from Neighborhood Business (C-1) to Multi-Family Residential (MR-2) and
scheduling second reading for December 13, 2011.
Motion carried 5-0.
Item #8 CONSIDERATION OF RENEWING EXISTING LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN
CITY OF RICHFIELD AND HAT TRICK HOCKEY, INC. (STAFF REPORT NO. 228)
Council Member Wroge presented Staff Report No. 228.
Council Member Wroge suggested the City seek an alternative solution for this site in case
the business does not succeed.
Recreation Services Director Topitzhofer stated that if the site became vacant, its use could
be internal for recreation programs.
Randy Reed, Hat Trick Hockey, Inc. owner, discussed his business operation.
M/Wroge, S/Fitzhenry to renew the existing lease agreement between City of Richfield and
Hat Trick Hockey, Inc.
Motion carried 5-0.
Item #9 CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
None.
Item #10 CLAIMS AND PAYROLLS
M/Fitzhenry, S/Sandahl that the following claims and payrolls be approved:
U.S. Bank 11/8/2011
A/P Checks: 207995-208353 $ 1,468,351.05
Payroll: 79235-79556 41864-41865 $ 523,967.48
TOTAL $ 1,992,318.53
Motion carried 5-0.
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OPEN FORUM
None.
ADJOURNMENT
The City Council meeting was adjourned by un- imou coy "tat 8: • p. ..
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Cheryl Krumho z -Steven LL. Devich
Executive Coordinator City Manager