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10-11-93 agendaCITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA MONDAY, OCTOBER 11, 1993 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 7:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS AGENDA INTRODUCTORY PROCEEDINGS CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE (1) SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 27, 1993; (2) REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 27 1993; (3) SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION OF OCTOBER 4, 1993; AND (4) CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION OF OCTOBER 4, 1993 PRESENTATIONS 1. OPPORTUNITY FOR PERSONS TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL ON ITEMS NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA 2'. PRESENTATION OF CERTIFICATE IN RECOGNITION OF FORMER COUNCIL MEMBER KERMIT RANDALL'S SERVICE TO THE CITIZENS OF RICHFIELD • 3. PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING OCTOBER 1993 DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH 4. PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING OCTOBER 1993 NATIONAL BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH AGENDA APPROVAL 5. COUNCIL APPROVAL OF AGENDA CONSENT CALENDAR NOTE: CONSENT CALENDAR CONTAINS SEVERAL SEPARATE ITEMS WHICH ARE ACTED UPON BY THE CITY COUNCIL IN ONE MOTION. ONCE THE CONSENT CALENDAR HAS BEEN APPROVED, THE INDIVIDUAL ITEMS AND RECOMMENDED ACTIONS HAVE ALSO BEEN APPROVED. NO FURTHER COUNCIL ACTION IS NECESSARY. HOWEVER, ANY COUNCIL MEMBER MAY REQUEST THAT AN ITEM BE REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR AND PLACED ON THE REGULAR AGENDA FOR COUNCIL DISCUSSION AND ACTION. ALL ITEMS LISTED ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR ARE RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL. 6A. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF PURCHASE IN EXCESS OF $5,000 FOR ROCK SALT TO BE USED IN ICE CONTROL DURING 1993 /94 WINTER SEASON FROM NORTH AMERICAN SALT IN AMOUNT OF $12,830 C.L. 283 • B. ESTIMATE #3 PAYMENT FOR WATER TREATMENT PLANT MODIFICATIONS; BOR -SON CONSTRUCTION; $160,840.00 C. ESTIMATE #1 PAYMENT FOR ELECTRICAL MODIFICATIONS AT WATER TREATMENT PLANT; PAGE ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING, INC.; $6,650.00 D. ESTIMATE #5 PAYMENT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF SHELTER BUILDING AT NICOLLET PARK CP889; EBERT CONSTRUCTION; $45,173.44 E. ESTIMATE #3 PAYMENT FOR NICOLLET PARK SITE IMPROVEMENT; HOFFMAN & MCNAMARA, CO.; $83,348.36 F. ESTIMATE #7 PAYMENT FOR BUILDING CONSTRUCTION AT JEFFERSON PARK; C.O. FIELD COMPANY; $8,307.10 PUBLIC HEARINGS 7. PUBLIC HEARING AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO REZONE THE FOLLOWING MULTIPLE RESIDENCE PROPERTIES: 1) 7001 AND 7005 FIFTH AVENUE AND 7000 PORTLAND AVENUE TO SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL; 2) 6919 -21 CHICAGO AVENUE TO TWO FAMILY RESIDENTIAL; 3) 7608, 7614, 7620, 7626, 7632 AND 7638 PLEASANT AVENUE TO MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL; AND 4) 7701 PORTLAND AVENUE TO GENERAL COMMERCIAL AND 631 EAST 77TH STREET TO HIGH DENSITY MULTIPLE RESIDENTIAL COUNCIL LETTER NO. 284 8. PUBLIC HEARING AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO CLASSIFY PAWN OPERATIONS, SECONDHAND GOODS OPERATIONS WHICH REQUIRE A LICENSE.UNDER SECTION 1186 OF CITY CODE, CURRENCY EXCHANGES, AUCTION HOUSES AND CONSIGNMENT AUCTION HOUSES AS CONDITIONAL USES IN GENERAL COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL DISTRICTS • COUNCIL LETTER NO. 285 9. PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING REQUEST FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND OFF - STREET PARKING PERMIT TO ALLOW DAYCARE CENTER AT 6341 PENN AVENUE COUNCIL LETTER NO. 286 RESOLUTION 10. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION OPPOSING UNFUNDED FEDERAL AND STATE MANDATES COUNCIL LETTER NO. 287 PROPOSED ORDINANCES 11. CONSIDERATION OF FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO REZONE 6438 AND 6444 FIRST AVENUE FROM RESIDENCE TO GENERAL COMMERCIAL AND CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION DIRECTING PLANNING COMMISSION TO REVIEW AND CONSIDER AMENDMENT TO COMPREHENSIVE PLAN WITH RESPECT TO USE OF BUFFER AREAS AND THEIR CONTROL COUNCIL LETTER NO. 288 • 12. CONSIDERATION OF FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO REZONE THE FOLLOWING MULTIPLE RESIDENCE PROPERTIES: 1) 7132 BLOOMINGTON AVENUE TO SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE; 2 ) 7107 • CHICAGO AVENUE AND 7106 ELLIOT AVENUE TO MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL;. 3) WEST PORTION (PARKING LOT) OF 7000 CEDAR AVENUE TO HIGH DENSITY MULTIPLE RESIDENTIAL; AND 4) 7500 CEDAR AVENUE TO HIGH DENSITY MULTIPLE RESIDENTIAL COUNCIL LETTER NO. 289 13. CONSIDERATION OF FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 416 OF CITY CODE BY ADDING SPECIFIC LANGUAGE TO ADDRESS SIGNAGE IN 77TH STREET CORRIDOR COUNCIL LETTER NO. 290 ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS & OTHER BUSINESS 14. CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION FOR BOARD AND LODGING ESTABLISHMENT LICENSE AT 6808 THIRD AVENUE COUNCIL LETTER NO. 291 15. CONSIDERATION OF AGREEMENTS RELATED TO PROPERTY AT 7629 -33 AND 7645 LYNDALE AVENUE; 77TH STREET PROJECT COUNCIL LETTER NO. 292 16. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST TO PARTICIPATE IN PHASE II HIGH SPEED BUS PLANNING STUDY COUNCIL LETTER NO. 293 AIRPORT BUSINESS 17. AIRPORT STATUS REPORT 77TH STREET PROJECT 18. 77TH STREET PROJECT STATUS REPORT 19. LEGISLATIVE REPORT CORRESPONDENCE COUNCIL CHOICE 20. COUNCIL DISCUSSION ITEMS 21. CLAIMS AND PAYROLLS ADJOURNMENT • Auxiliary aids for individuals with disabilities are available upon request. Requests must be made at least 96 hours in advance to the Administrative Services Director at 861 -9702. CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA Council Letter No. 293 Agenda October 11, 1993 . Issue Statement: Consideration of request to participate in Phase II High Speed Bus Planning Study. Background: The City of Richfield and Dakota County have cooperated in Phase I of the High Speed Bus Planning Study. The purpose of the first phase of the study was to develop a general framework for the high speed bus concept and to communicate the concept to other cities and agencies. That work has now been substantially completed. Several cities have indicated their desire to participate in planning for Phase II of the study. Phase II will include the development of actual service plans, a project budget and presentation of the plan to transportation agencies and the Legislature for possible funding. The cities who have agreed to participate in Phase II include Burnsville, Bloomington, Lakeville, Savage, Apple Valley, Rosemount, Prior Lake and Eagan. The cities of Minnetonka, Edina and Eden Prairie are currently considering participation but have not yet committed. Dakota County will also continue with the project. Recommended Motion: Authorize $7,500 to continue planning for high speed bus system. • Basis for Recommendation: 1. High speed bus is an effective mass transit alternative that can be implemented prior to implementation of light rail transit. 2. High speed bus can be implemented at a lower cost than other transit alternatives. 3. Implementing a mass transit alternative prior to reconstruction of I -35W may help reduce traffic on local streets. 4. Other transit agencies are encouraging this continued effort. 5. A number of other cities have indicated their support and also agreed to fund $7,500 each to continue this planning effort. Alternative Recommendation: 1. The City of Richfield could decide not to continue with the planning effort and to let transit agencies implement this project on their own. Discussion /Decision Mode: This matter will be presented at the Council meeting of October 11, 1993. R lly submitted, • JWsProsser Cger JDP:ds CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA Council Letter No. 292 Agenda October 11, 1993 Issue Statement: Approval of agreements related to property at 7629 -33 and 7645 Lyndale Avenue; 77th Street Project. Background: The City purchased 7645 Lyndale Avenue (former Total Petroleum site) to provide for installation of 77th Street improvements. Mr. Fred Ryan owns the commercial building adjacent to 7645 at 7629 -33 Lyndale Avenue. To properly install the intersection improvements at 77th Street and Lyndale Avenue, the Ryan property would be impacted in two ways: 1) the curb cut on Lyndale Avenue, which provides ingress and egress for his property must be closed, and 2) a portion of existing City right -of -way behind the existing curb must be utilized for a Lyndale Avenue traffic lane. Mr. Ryan would lose both direct access to his property and some off street parking space as a result. Some off - street parking spaces were on the existing City,right -of -way behind the curb. Additional loss would occur because the perpendicular parking in front of his building must become angled parking (see Exhibit F). Following discussions with legal counsel and real estate appraisers, it was determined that the City had two choices in • approaching Ryan; 1) propose to purchase his entire property, or 2) work out an agreement acceptable to Ryan that would permit him to continue to operate a viable commercial property and the City to install the improvements. A second concern was to protect the redevelopment potential of City owned property at a future date. Purchase of the Ryan property was determined to be undesirable as funds were not available. Thus the attached agreements were negotiated; a parking lease agreement and driveway easement agreement. The parking lease agreement leases to Ryan seven parking spaces on the site formerly occupied by Total Petroleum (see Exhibit F) at a cost of $10 /month /space or $840. The 77th Street project would provide the revenues to install the parking area. The lease also provides that should the Total Petroleum site be redeveloped the spaces could be moved. The lease rate was set to avoid a burden on Ryan and to clearly establish that the City owns the property. The driveway easement provides for a curb cut on the north end of the City owned property which would provide access to the seven parking spaces and an egress point for traffic from Ryan's property as well as the stores to the north. Recommended Motion: • Approve the agreements and authorize execution by the Mayor and City Manager. r /6-/ Basis of Recommendation: 1. The contemplated improvements must be installed to meet 77th Street project standards. 2. The agreements provide the most cost effective approach for effectuating the improvements. 3. The agreements have been negotiated with Mr. Ryan and he has agreed to sign them. 4. The agreements provide a solution which minimizes negative impacts to the commercial area. Alternative Recommendation: 1. Purchase the Ryan property (there is no readily identifiable source of funds and Mr. Ryan is not eager to sell). 2. Direct staff to pursue other alternative proposals. Discussion /Decision Mode: The agreements need to be approved before intersection improvements can be constructed. E JDP:ds 0 Resp t lly submitted, Jame . Prosser City Manager L� PARKING LEASE AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT, made this day of , 1993, by and between CITY OF RICHFIELD, a municipal corporation under the laws of the State of Minnesota, 6700 Portland Avenue South, Richfield, MN 55423, hereinafter called Lessor, and FRED S. RYAN, 345 North Arm Drive, Orono, Minnesota 554_, hereinafter called Lessee. I. RECITALS 1.01. Lessor is the owner of the real estate which is legally described in Exhibit A attached hereto, and which is depicted in Exhibit B attached hereto ( "City Property "). 1.02. Lessee is the owner of the real estate which is legally described in Exhibit C attached hereto, and which is depicted in Exhibit D attached hereto ( "Ryan Property "). • 1.03. The portion of the City Property which is legally described in Exhibit E and depicted in Exhibit F is referred to herein as the "Parking Parcel ". 1.04. The parties hereto desire to enter into a month to month lease for the use of City Property for parking purposes by owners and users of the Ryan Property for an indefinite period of time subject to this agreement. II. AGREEMENT NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and $1.00 and other good and valuable consideration, the parties hereto hereby agree as follows: 2.01. Lessor hereby leases the Parking Parcel to Ryan for his exclusive use for an indefinite term on a month to month basis in accordance with the provisions of this Lease Agreement. 2.02. This Agreement shall be terminable by Lessee upon sixty days written notice to Lessor. This Agreement shall be terminable by Lessor upon sixty days notice to Lessee in the event that the City intends to erect a building upon the Parking Parcel or to sell the Parking Parcel to a party .which has agreed to or intends to construct a structure on the Parking Parcel, provided that no such termination by Lessor shall be effective until this Agreement is replaced by another agreement which provides for the continued availability of parking for seven automobiles for the Ryan Property. 2.03. Lessor shall pay all real estate taxes, if any, levied with respect to the Parking Parcel. 0 2.04. Lessor has installed pavement, curb and striping on the Parking Parcel in a manner which is acceptable to Lessee. Lessee Rn49548 RC145 -189 1 /53 accepts the Parking Parcel in "as is condition" and shall have the duty to maintain the Parking Parcel as it sees fit to accommodate its use of the Parking Parcel from time to time, provided that no physical improvements shall be made without written approval of the City Manager. 2.05. This Agreement shall run with the Land and be binding upon and inure to the benefit of Lessor and Lessee and their successors and assigns as owners of the Parking Parcel and the Ryan Property. 2.06. The rights of Lessee shall not take effect and Lessee's 'duty to pay rent to Lessor shall not commence until five days after written notice by Lessor to Lessee at the address stated above. 2.07. Lessee shall pay Lessor the sum of $70 per month on the first day of each month from the date. of Lessor's notice to Lessee described in Section 2.06 through the first day of December, 1996. Commencing on the first day of January, 1997 and continuing on the first day of each month in 1997, the amount of annual rent which Lessee shall -pay Lessor with respect to the Parking Parcel shall increase by a percentage which is equal to the percentage increase in the ad valorem taxes payable in 1996 with respect to the Ryan Property as compared with the ad valorem taxes payable in 1995 with respect to the Ryan Parcel. Each year thereafter the amount of rent to be paid by Lessee to Lessor shall be increased in the same manner. The amount payable each month • shall be 1 /12th of the annual rent as so adjusted. Lessee shall mail or deliver such payments to Lessor at the following address: 0 City of Richfield Attn: Housing and Redevelopment Coordinator City Hall 6700 Portland Avenue South Richfield, MN 55423 LESSOR CITY OF RICHFIELD Rn49548 RC145 -189 2 LESSEE FRED S. RYAN 1�5-q DRIVEWAY EASEMENT AGREEMENT THIS EASEMENT AGREEMENT IS MADE THIS day of , 1993, between the CITY OF RICHFIELD, a municipal corporation under Minnesota law, whose address is 6700 Portland Avenue South, Richfield, Minnesota 55423,Grantor (hereinafter referred to as "City ", whether one or more), and FRED S. RYAN, 345 North Arm Drive, Orono, Minnesota 55 Grantee (hereinafter referred to as "Ryan "). 1. Ownership of City Property. The City covenants that it is the owner in fee simple of the real estate which is legally described in Exhibit A attached hereto and which is depicted in Exhibit B attached hereto (hereinafter referred to as "City Property "). 2. Ownership 'of Ryan Property. Ryan covenants and represents that he is the owner in fee simple of the real estate which is legally described in Exhibit C attached hereto and which is depicted in Exhibit D attached hereto (hereinafter referred to as "Ryan Property "). 3. 77th Street Project. The City is preparing to begin is construction activity to widen Seventy- Seventh Street, which is adjacent to the City Property on the south and, in connection with that project, desires to eliminate as many driveway. accesses to Lyndale Avenue within one -half block of 77th Street as possible. 4. Ryan Access. As of the date hereof there is a driveway access directly serving the Ryan Property from Lyndale Avenue South ( "Ryan Access "). The City desires to close the Ryan Access. 5. Purpose of this Easement. The City is willing to grant a permanent access easement serving the Ryan Property over and across the City Property in consideration for Ryan's waiver of any claim for damages due to the closing of the Ryan Access. Ryan hereby consents to closing of the Ryan Access and waives any claim for compensation to which it may otherwise be entitled due to taking of the Ryan Access. City does not hereby acknowledge that it has any duty to pay Ryan compensation for the Closing of the Ryan Access. 6. Consideration and Description. In consideration of the sum of $1.00 and other good and valuable consideration, receipt of which is acknowledged, City hereby grants, sells, and conveys to Ryan, its successors and assigns, a permanent non - exclusive easement for driveway purposes in and over the Easement Tract. This easement shall benefit and be appurtenant to the Ryan Property is and shall burden the City Property. The Easement Tract is legally Rn49547 RC145 -189 1 /6-6 described on Exhibit E and depicted on Exhibit F, both of which are attached hereto and incorporated herein. 7. Term of Easements. The Easement shall take effect on January 1, 1994 or such earlier date as City shall give written notice to Ryan that the City's construction activity described above is complete. The Easement shall be perpetual. 8. Rights of City. The City and its employees, agents, invitees and successors and assigns as owner of the City Property reserve the right of ingress and egress to and from the City Property over and across the Easement Tract for the purpose of using, constructing, operating, inspecting, maintaining, repairing, and replacing a driveway and related facilities and improvements. Said easements shall also include: (a) the right 'to clear the surface of herbage and improvements; and (b) the right to permanently change the elevation of the Easement Tract to match the City's adjacent street improvements; and (c) the right to store equipment and materials from time to time within the Easement Tract. 9. General Provisions. Ryan acknowledges that City has improved the Easement Tract with bituminous pavement, curb and striping in a manner acceptable to Ryan and Ryan accepts the Easement Tract in "as is" condition. The City shall have the duty to repair and reconstruct the driveway easement from time to time • so as to maintain it in suitable condition. Ryan shall, at its cost, remove snow from the Easement Tract promptly, when necessary. 10. Effect Upon Subsequent Parties. This Easement Agreement shall be binding upon and accrue to the benefit of the heirs, legal representatives, successors, and assigns of the parties hereto. The rights of Ryan under this Agreement shall be assignable only to the owners and Mortgagees of the Ryan Property, and shall be usable by only those parties and their tenants, employees and invitees. OWNER CITY OF RICHFIELD By By Fred S. Ryan By Barbara Ryan Spouse of Fred S. Ryan Rn49547 RC145 -189 2 By Its Its . l5 -l0 STATE OF MINNESOTA ) 0 ) ss. COUNTY OF ) On the day of , 1993, , the of the City of Richfield, a municipal corporation organized under the laws of the State of Minnesota, and , the of said City of Richfield, appeared before me and they did say that they did execute the foregoing Driveway Easement Agreement on behalf of the City of Richfield and in accordance with authority granted to them by the City Council of the City of Richfield. Notary Public STATE OF MINNESOTA ) ss. COUNTY OF ) On the day of , 1993, It the of the City of Richfield, a municipal corporation organized under the laws of the State of Minnesota, and • , the of said City of Richfield, appeared before me and they did say that they did execute the foregoing Driveway Easement Agreement on behalf of the City of Richfield and in accordance with authority granted to them by the City Council of the City of Richfield. Notary Public STATE OF MINNESOTA ss. COUNTY OF ) On the day of , 1993, Fred S. Ryan appeared before me and he did say that he is the person named in the foregoing instrument, and that he executed said instrument as his free act and deed. Notary Public RJL49547 RC145 -189 3 • ID STATE OF MINNESOTA ) ss. COUNTY OF ) On the day of , 1993, Barbara Ryan appeared before me and she did say that she is the wife of Fred S. Ryan, the person who is named, in the foregoing instrument, and that she executed said instrument as her free act and deed. The foregoing instrument was drafted by: Holmes & Graven, Chartered (RJL) 470 Pillsbury Center Minneapolis, MN 55402 (612) 337 -9300 RC145 -189 PZL49547 RC145 -189 4 Notary Public r L-j 0 0 Legal Description of City Property Lots 9 and 10, Block 7, Sunset Terrace, according to the plat thereof on file or of record in the office of the Registrar of Titles in and for Hennepin County, Minnesota. Registered Property, as evidenced by Certificate of Title No. 412066. 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Background: On July 26, 1993, Lavonne Seemann submitted an application for a board and lodging establishment license. The license fee was received by City staff at that time. The applicant is proposing to care for up to four senior citizens in her home who are no longer able to live alone by themselves, yet are not in need of placement in a nursing home. Ms. Seemann is a registered nurse and is currently the Director of Nursing Services at the Castle Ridge Care Center in Eden Prairie. She has been in that position since 1988. Her son and daughter will be providing assistance to her with the senior residents. Her son is a registered nursing assistant and a home health aide and her daughter is a registered nurse. . The senior residents will be individuals who may need some help with dressing, grooming, bathing, etc. They may need some help with meal preparation and they may need a reminder to take their medications. She will closely monitor the residents and when the need arises for skilled care services, she will contact the family and they will be referred to alternative services. She will instruct senior residents on a monthly basis on emergency situations (fire, tornado, power outage, etc.) and will transport them by car for rides and recreational outings. Ms. Seemann's home has been inspected by the Building Official and several windows that needed replacement have been installed. Fire requirements were also addressed by the Building Official. Nursing staff from Bloomington Public Health division will conduct an inspection of the home as soon as the senior residents occupy the home. Ms. Seemann said that she will not currently be using the lower level of the home for sleeping purposes and . realizes that if she should do so in the future, it will require additional code updating. The Minnesota Department of Health requires that board and lodging facilities be registered with the State. That paperwork has been completed and has been forwarded to the State for their information and review. The Minnesota Department of Health is • currently in the process of developing more specific rules on this type of facility but that process is not yet complete. W-1 • City staff has contacted twelve of Ms. Seemann's neighbors (three on each side, three behind and three directly across the street) to make them aware of her license request and to determine if any of them has any objections. Nine stated they have no objections and several said that they admire Ms. Seemann's efforts. The remaining three residents couldn't be reached by telephone and did not respond to a letter sent by the City. A criminal history background of Ms. Seemann, her son and her daughter has been completed finding no known criminal record for any of them. Recommended Motion: Staff recommends that the Council approve the license "request for a board and lodging establishment license for Ms., Lavonne Seemann, 6808 Third Avenue. Basis of Recommendation: 1. The applicant has complied with the State's requirements and City code pertaining board and lodging establishments. 2. The applicant has completed the required application forms and paid the necessary fees. 3. The applicant has made the necessary corrections to any code violations present in the home. • 4. The neighbors are not opposed to this type of activity and have no objections. Alternatives: 1. The Council could decide to deny the request for a board and lodging facility license. This would mean that Ms. Seemann would be unable to provide lodging and supportive care for up to four senior citizens in her home located at 6808 Third Avenue. Discussion /Decision Mode: The request for a board and lodging facility license for Ms. Lavonne Seemann, 6808 Third Avenue, is presented for Council's consideration at this time. Re lly submitted, Jam s Prosser JDP:ds I* /3 CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA Council Letter No. 290 Agenda October 11, 1993 Issue Statement: First reading consideration of ordinance amending Section 416 of the City Code by adding specific language to address signage in the 77th Street Corridor. Background: The reconstruction of 77th Street will result in new signage as businesses start to reconfigure operations to take advantage of the new traffic generated. Creation of a good business climate through tasteful and visible signage is important as is the protection of area residents. This results in an opportunity to set standards and create an image for the 77th Street Corridor through new sign regulations applicable only to the corridor. The proposed ordinance will provide additional controls for signage on the 77th Street Corridor. The provisions apply to the area bounded by 77th Street on the north, Cedar Avenue on the east, I -494 on the south, and I -35W on the west. Unless otherwise stated within the section, all other sign requirements within Section 416 shall apply. In the case of conflict between the new controls and other Section 416 provisions, the provisions of the proposed ordinance apply. Recommended Motion: Approve first reading of an amendment to Section 416 of the City Code, and set second reading and public hearing for November 8, 1993. Basis of Recommendation: 1. Off site directional signs are needed to guide potential customers to businesses along 78th Street that have no direct access to 77th Street. 2. There is an intent to foster monument style signs rather than pedestal signs in the corridor. This reduces the height and therefore, impact on the residents to the north. At the same time, lower signs are more appropriate and more visible to the potential customer because the trees along the boulevard will impair visibility of pedestal signs. 3. Promotional display devices such as banners or balloons would not be allowed along 77th Street. 4. Landscaping or site treatment is required for most signs. Light or glare impact on residents north of 77th Street is not permitted. 5. The proposed amendment is being site tested and the City Attorney is continuing his review. /3-1 Alternative Recommendation: . 1. Deny the ordinance amendment at first reading. 2. Refer the proposed ordinance back to staff for further study and clarification. 3. Direct staff as to other appropriate action to take with the proposed ordinance. Discussion /Decision Mode: First reading consideration will be held on October 11, 1993. If approved a public hearing and second reading will be held on November 8, 1993. JDP:cak • submitted, Jame DJ[ Prosser City M pager /2r0— • BILL NO. 1993 AMENDMENT TO SECTION 416 OF THE RICHFIELD CITY CODE; REGULATING SIGNAGE IN THE 77TH STREET CORRIDOR THE CITY OF RICHFIELD DOES ORDAIN: Subsection 416 of the City Code is amended by adding the following: 77th Street Corridor. The followina special Drovisions shall apply to signs proposed for the area bounded by the north right of way of 77th Street, Cedar Avenue /T.H. 77 to the East, I- 35W to the west and I -494 to the south. These provisions apply to all property immediately adjacent to and abutting 77th Street. Unless otherwise stated within this section all other sian requirements within section 416 shall apply. (1.) Off -Site Directional Signs - In addition to the signs permitted by the preceding provisions, certain businesses located south of the improved four lane 77th Street (between I -35W and Cedar Avenue) may utilize off -site directional signage if the Council grants a permit therefore. The application for such permit shall be made to the Buildings Official. Upon receiving an application, the Building Official shall involve the Planning and Transportation Divisions in a review of the application. No such permit shall be issued without first obtaining the approval of the Council. The Council shall not approve such a permit unless it determines that all the following conditions are or would be met. (i) The sign shall serve a business located on property abutting on I -494, but which does not abut on 77th Street, 77 -1/2 Street, I -35W, Lyndale Avenue, Nicollet Avenue, Portland Avenue 12th Avenue or Cedar Avenue. ii) The sian shall be Dlaced at least 14 feet south of the south curb line of the 77th Street roadway; and at least six feet from any other public roadway, as measured from the back of the curb. Signs may be located on private property upon a showing that the applicant has permission from the property owner. (iii) The sign shall not be placed within 250 feet of Lyndale, Nicollet, Portland, or 12th Avenues. (iv) In order to ensure that the sign does not create traffic hazards, the location of the sign shall be approved by staff prior to consideration by the Council. v)- Eliaible businesses shall not have more than one sian face addressing each direction of 77th Street The sign may be double- faced, or upon a showing of need, two separate single - faced signs may be utilized to address each direction of 77th Street Sign faces shall be positioned at approximately right angles to the 77th Street roadway. l3r3 vi) The business owner shall demonstrate that he or she • has contacted other eligible businesses in the vicinity to determine whether they are interested in going together on one sib (vii) In no instance shall morethan three businesses be represented on one sign face. Such signage shall comply with the following size requirements: a) one business represented -24 inches wide by 18 inches high b) two businesses represented -24 inches wide by 24 inches high c) three businesses represented -24 inches wide by 30 inches high (viii) The business owner(s) being served by such signage shall be responsible for the purchase and installation of the si n. (ix) The sign shall contain the name of the business (or businesses) and an arrow indicating which direction to turn. In special circumstances it may be necessary to use text in lieu of an arrow to indicate the appropriate direction (i.e., next left). In any case, the use of text shall be kept to a minimum. (x) The sign shall not contain advertising messages. (xi) The sign shall be mounted at a height of seven feet as measured from the bottom of the sign to the ground level at. the top of the abutting street curb. (xii) The sign shall have a medium blue background. All lettering and arrows shall be white. All lettering shall be upper -case helvetica style, four inches in height. (xiii) The corners of the sign face shall be rounded. The sign face shall have a white border just inside the edge. Such border shall be three - quarters of an inch in width. The corners of the sign border shall be rounded to fit the sign face. (xiv) The sign face shall be metal or other material, as approved by staff. (xv) The sign shall be mounted on a single iron post of sufficient gauge to safely secure the sign face. The business (or businesses) being served by such signage shall be responsible for contacting the utility companies before installing the post. xvi) The business (or businesses) being served by off -site directional signage shall keep such signage in proper position clean, and legible at all times. Damaged signs shall be replaced by the business within 20 days of written notice to repair such damaged sign by the City. Failure to repair damaged signs within the 20 days will result in revocation of the permit and removal . of the sign by the City. 13-Y • (xvii) In instances where the 77th Street off -site signage does not lead traffic directly to the business via the north /south avenues, the business may install one off -site directional sign at the end of the avenue. This sign shall be mounted at least five feet south of, and approximately parallel to, the 78th Street roadway. This sign shall be installed and designed similar to the 77th Street off -site sign, however, the sign face shall be no more than six inches in height by 24 inches in length. In unique circumstances (i.e., business with unusually long name) the Council may approve a sign face that is more than 24 inches in length. (2) Ground /Monument Signs. Ground signs will be permitted only for purposes of identification. The sign may identify only the building address and the names of the businesses located in the building or the business designation. Ground signs may not exceed 10' in height and must be located within a landscaped area at least equivalent to the sign's area. Ground signs may be located outside of a landscaped area if.such a sign meets the following design criteria: a) it is located on a base of stone, or brick that is at least three feet in height and 150% of the width of the sign face. b) the stone or brick base contains a planter which occupies • at least 100% of the total surface area parallel to the ground plane of the base and is planted with annual or perennial flowers. Ground signs may be illuminated so long as light and glare from such signs is not visible from residential property north of 77th Street. (3) Pedestal Signs. Pedestal signs will be permitted only under the following conditions: a) The sign is located no further than 50 feet from the I- 494 frontage road right of way or the I -494 right of way whichever applies. b) The base of the pedestal sign must be set back a minimum of 10 feet from the property line and must be located within a landscaped area. c) The landscaped area located at the base of the pedestal sign must be equal in surface area to that of the sign face and contain at least 30% of plantings which will achieve a mature height equal to one third of the pedestal height d) The site is considered and platted as a through lot extending from the south right of way of 77th Street to the north right of way of I -494 or its frontage road. /3- (4) Wall Sign. Multiple family residential land uses - one wall sign is permitted per building not exceeding six square feet in sign area when such sign is used strictly for purposes of identifying the multiple family residential building. For multiple building complexes one additional sign may be placed on the building housing the complex office or building closest to the street for purposes of identification. General Commercial and Industrial uses - Wall signs will be permitted only on buildings which have a primary entry and orientation to 77th Street and such signs may only contain information identifying the occupant /s or the building. Wall signs will not be permitted on walls which serve as a side or rear wall. The total sign area for wall signs will not exceed 15 percent of the total wall area of the portion of the wall of the building to which they are attached. In the cases of multiple occupancy, the total area of wall, window, canopy or marquee signs which each occupant may erect will not exceed 15 percent of the exterior wall area of the portion of the building occupied by that occupancy and to which the sign is affixed. (5) On -Site Directional Signs. Such signs may not exceed three square feet in sign area and if freestanding may not be more than four feet in height. (6) Window Signs. Such signs will not be permitted in or • on any windows facing 77th Street. Window signs will be permitted in or on windows facing streets other than 77th Street. Such signs must meet the requirements of the applicable primary zoning district. (7) Projecting Signs. Such signs will not be permitted. 8) Banners, wind devices. Dromotional disDlav devices and fixed temporary ground signs will not be permitted along any frontage facing 77th Street nor will such signs be permitted on any other portion of a property located within the corridor if such signs or portions of such signs are wholly or partially visible from any residential property north of 77th Street. Passed by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota this day of , 1993. ATTEST: Thomas P. Ferber, City Clerk U Martin J. Kirsch, Mayor /;L CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA Council Letter No. 289 Agenda October 11, 1993 Issue Statement: First reading consideration of an ordinance amendment to rezone the following MR (multiple residence) properties: 1) rezone 7132 Bloomington Avenue to R (single family residence); 2) rezone 7107 Chicago Avenue and 7106 Elliot Avenue to MR -2; 3) rezone west portion (parking lot) of 7000 Cedar Avenue to MR -3; and 4) rezone 7500 Cedar Avenue to MR -3. Background Staff is reviewing the zoning ordinance for revision and update. Initial analysis indicates that the MR district is not effective because its provisions are incomplete, outdated and ambiguous. The MR district has no density limitation and incorporates the single family uses of the R district as well as the two family, multi - family and group housing developments. The MR district was the original and only multi - family district when Richfield's growth occurred. Later, the MR -1 (two family), MR -2 (multi - family), and MR -3 (high density multi - family) districts were created to provide more precise controls for the expanding variety of multi - family housing. When the MR -1, MR -2 and MR -3 districts were added, most MR zoned land was rezoned to • fit into that classification system. The intention was for all MR zoned land to be rezoned by approximately 65 parcels of land in about 18 areas of the City are still zoned MR. These parcels are being evaluated and presented for reclassification to the most appropriate land use zone. The proposed zoning designation for the subject parcels are consistent with existing land use and, therefore, will remain conforming uses. Recommended Motion: Approve first reading of an amendment rezoning 7132 Bloomington Avenue from MR to R,. rezoning 7107 Chicago Avenue and 7106 Elliot Avenue from MR to MR -2, rezoning 7000 Cedar Avenue (west portion) from MR to MR -3, and rezoning 7500 Cedar Avenue from MR to MR -3; and set a second reading and public hearing for November 8, 1993. Basis of Recommendation: 1. This rezoning will help to bring the zoning map up to date with current land use practices and the comprehensive plan. None of the uses will become nonconforming as a result of the rezoning. 2. An MR zone is no longer an appropriate zoning district in the City and an update to a more appropriate district is called for whether or not the text of the zoning ordinance is changed. Ia -1 3. If the text of the zoning ordinance is updated later this year eliminating the MR district, then it would be w appropriate to have rezoned such designated areas before the text change. 4. The proposed R zoning is most appropriate for the existing single family use at 7132 Bloomington Avenue, while offering proper regulatory control for present and future land uses. 5. The proposed MR -2 zoning is most appropriate for the existing fourplex uses at 7107 Chicago Avenue and 7106 Elliot Avenue, and would ensure that higher density development (as allowed under the MR provisions) does not occur. 6. The proposed MR -3 zoning is parking lot for the 25 unit Avenue, while offering props and future land uses. This adjacent apartment building that requirement. most appropriate for the existing apartment use at 7000 Cedar ar regulatory control for present parking lot is required for the and the rezoning would not change 7. The proposed MR -3 zoning is most appropriate for the existing 19 unit apartment use at 7500 Cedar Avenue, while offering proper regulatory control for present and future land uses. 8. This rezoning will help to eliminate areas of inconsistent spot zoning. 9. On September 28, 1993, the Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the rezoning. Alternative Recommendation: Deny this rezoning at first reading. Discussion /Decision Mode: First reading is set for October 11, 1993. If approved, a public hearing and second reading will be held on November 8, 1993. JDP:ds Respectfully submitted, J C sser la -C�- Bill No. 1993 - AMENDMENT TO APPENDIX I OF THE CITY ZONING CODE OF THE CITY OF RICHFIELD The City of Richfield does ordain: Appendix I which describes the boundaries of the various zoning districts of the City is hereby amended in the following respect: Section 5, Paragraph (7) is amended to read as follows: (7) that part thereof lying within 173 feet -ef t-he- eent,,r line o f fear Avenue.[Repealed] Section 5, Paragraph (14) is amended to read as follows: (14 ) Lot 8, Bleek 2, Petit Fourth- Addition. [Repealed] . Section 5, Paragraph (21) is amended to read as follows: ( 21) That art of the east quarter of the north half o €fie south half of the nertheast quarter of the southeast quarter of Section 35, Township 28, Range 24, lying -east - ef Zubert's Seth View Gardens, Fourth Additien. [Repealed] . Section 5, Paragraph (23) is amended to read as follows: ( 23 ) That area lying between Elliott Avenue and Gh Ea Avenue, and between Zubert's aline parallel with and 70 feet north from the north line of Zubert's -Elliott Avenue - Addition. [Repealed] . Section 12, Paragraph (33) is amended to read as follows: (33) That area lying between Elliot Avenue and Chicago Avenue and between Zubert's Elliot Avenue Addition and south of a line parallel with and 70 feet north from the north line of Zubert's Elliot Avenue Addition. Section 13, Paragraph (11) is amended to read as follows: (11) Lot 1, Block 3, Engberg Walden Second Addition except that part thereof lying within 173 feet of the center line of Cedar Avenue. Section 13, Paragraph (12) is amended to read as follows: • (12) That part of the east quarter of the north half of the south half of the northeast quarter of the southeast quarter of Section 35, Township 28, Range 24, lying east of Zubert's South View Gardens, Fourth Addition. /001--3 This amendment constitutes a rezoning of the following properties: l) rezone 7132 Bloomington Avenue from MR to R; 2) rezone 7107 Chicago Avenue and 7106 Elliot Avenue from MR to MR- 2; 3) rezone 7000 Cedar Avenue (west portion) from MR to MR -3; and 4) rezone 7500 Cedar Avenue from MR to MR -3. Passed by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota this day of , 1993 ATTEST: Thomas P. Ferber, City Clerk 0 Martin J. 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CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA Council Letter No. 288 Agenda October 11, 1993 Issue Statement: First reading consideration of an ordinance ai 6438 and 6444 First Avenue from R (residence) commercial) and consideration of a resolution Planning Commission to review and consider an Comprehensive Plan with respect to the use of their control. nendment rezoning to C -2 (general directing the amendment to the buffer areas and Background: Norwest Bank, 6445 Nicollet, is proposing a plan which would allow them to redesign and expand their parking lot and drive -up teller facility by utilizing the two parcels directly east of the bank site at 6438 and 6444 First Avenue. The two parcels in question are currently zoned R- residential. Bank parking lots and drive -up tellers are not permitted uses in the R district, therefore, Norwest is requesting a rezoning of the two lots from residential to commercial. Norwest Bank owns the vacant lot at 6438 First Avenue and the single family home at 6444 First Avenue. The proposal consists of clearing the existing house and all the site features east of the bank building on the bank site. The drive -up teller would be redesigned and relocated onto the west portion of the two lots, freeing up space for additional parking on the existing bank site. The goal of the project is to increase parking capacity and improve traffic flow through the site. The bank currently experiences parking and congestion problems because of inadequate stacking space for the existing drive -up facility. In formulating the plans, bank officials met with the neighbors to devise a plan that would address neighborhood concerns and reduce the negative impacts. The meetings resulted in the following plan modifications: ♦ Increased traffic generation on local streets was a major concern of area residents. For this reason the plan utilizes a one -way traffic flow, with the entrance on Nicollet Avenue and the exit on 65th Street. The exit on 65th Street would be skewed toward Nicollet Avenue and would be signed for "no left turn ". This should help to direct most of the traffic back to Nicollet Avenue, rather than short - cutting through the neighborhood. ♦ Visual impact of the expansion area and bank was also a . concern of area residents. For this reason the plan was modified to widen the buffer yard along First Avenue. Extensive landscape screening and berming would be incorporated in the 47 foot buffer yard to shield the bank operations from the residents. The large boulevard trees along the west side of First Avenue would remain. In addition, a wooden screen fence would be installed five feet from the north line of the expansion area to separate the use from the home and garage at 6426 First Avenue. The fence would match the existing screen fence on the site. Plantings would be installed in the five foot setback area north of the fence to provide additional buffering. The plan includes several improvements to manage the quality and quantity of storm water run -off. The drainage and grading plan includes a grassy swale in the buffer yard just east of the drive -up teller facility. This swale will slow down the flow rate and cleanse the run -off before it enters the storm sewer. Future land use of these parcels, if the bank were to cease operations, was raised at the Planning Commission. The Comprehensive Plan does not specifically cover uses ancillary to a principal use on buffer lands. Mere rezoning without control or conditions may allow future use contrary to the best interests of the neighborhood and the City. Consideration should be given to replatting to a single lot of record, limiting the use to only those that are accessory to the principal use and the consistency of the zoning of the principal and accessory uses. The resolution refers these issues to the Planning Commission for their recommendation as to inclusion in the Comprehensive Plan. An amended off - street parking permit is also required for this project. The Council will consider that request at second reading if first reading is approved. The landscape escrow would be tied to that request. Recommended Motion: Approve first reading of an amendment rezoning 6438 and 6444 First Avenue from R to C -2 in accordance with the proposed site plans, and set a second reading and public hearing for November 8, 1993; and adopt the attached resolution directing the Planning Commission to review and consider an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan with respect to the use of buffer areas and their control. Basis of Recommendation: 1. The Comprehensive Plan designates the subject lots as medium density buffer. The Comprehensive Plan gives inadequate direction for accessory use properties adjacent to C -2 principal uses. The Comprehensive Plan may need to be amended to include uses, zoning districts and controls necessary to protect the immediate neighborhood. 2. The improvements would alleviate the parking and circulation • conflict now present on the site. 3. The site layout and buffer yard would minimize the impact of the bank operations, while improving the overall appearance of the site and neighborhood. 4. The proposed site improvements would comply with City engineering and landscape requirements. 5. Approval of the request would not constitute a spot zone, because properties to the west and south are zoned C -2. Alternative Recommendation: Deny the request at first reading. Discussion /Decision Mode: First reading is set for October 11, 1993. If approved, a public hearing and second reading will be held on November 8, 1993. Respectfully submitted, Jam D. Prosser Cit Manager JDP:cak 0 RESOLUTION NO A RESOLUTION PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE RICHFIELD COMPREHENSIVE PLAN; AND REFERRING THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE RICHFIELD PLANNING COMMISSION WHEREAS, the Richfield Comprehensive Plan is currently in the process of up -date and revision; and WHEREAS, such up -date and revision will result in a complete redefinition of many of the existing land use designations; and WHEREAS, in the interim, certain existing land use designations which are unclear and no longer appropriate with existing conditions may require review and redefinition; and WHEREAS, in order to ensure that such review and redefinition of the land use designations will complement and facilitate the successful up -date and revision of the Richfield Comprehensive Plan; and WHEREAS, Norwest Bank, 6445 Nicollet Avenue, has proposed expanding ancillary bank facilities onto lots immediately adjacent to and east of its existing facility, onto properties designated medium density buffer and requiring a zoning designation of C -2; and WHEREAS, the Richfield Comprehensive Plan is unclear in defining the designation of medium density buffer and the specific uses that should be allowed in areas designated by the Richfield Comprehensive Plan as medium density buffer; and WHEREAS, the Richfield Comprehensive Plan is unclear in defining the designation and boundaries of the central business district; and WHEREAS, the meaningful and appropriate definition of these designations are critical to the economic and social well -being of the City of Richfield. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RICHFIELD: 1. The Planning Commission is directed to review and consider an amendment to the Richfield Comprehensive Plan that would achieve the following: a. Identify clear definitions for medium density buffer and central business district land use designations that are appropriate and complement the policy direction of the Richfield Comprehensive Plan. / I-q b. Outline policies for a development framework and guidelines that will ensure orderly and appropriate change for land located within the medium density buffer adjacent to central business district land use designations that will not permit the introduction of new principle uses on the buffer land without specific review, and will protect the welfare of the residents in areas adjacent to such land use designations. 2. That with respect to the buffer area uses, consideration be given to the following: a. The replatting of property into a single lot of record. b. 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Pl v r D z H n S m b c r m Ojai ` N P i �p �P�IZii��!IIr ! !!�'tl1111' Ag$r !i!l�i�if P, pill rill ±; f,� ' f; If �� { ►► ii f8 ! i i f :i t _I9 R N1COLL 'T AVfNUE O RD NO 52) r s I �i.l 1 ol to r�s � � - ► i � i :� \�, S =� .. ��f(i) �t +�' r i G ti, a b `w. ,•,4 111 g � E�I iii i Pt 3 � midi �t i • of- Bill No. 1993- AMENDMENT TO APPENDIX I OF THE CITY ZONING CODE OF THE CITY OF RICHFIELD The City of Richfield does ordain: Appendix I which describes the various zoning districts of the City is hereby amended in the following respect: Section 3, Paragraph (32) is amended to read as follows: (32) Lots 1 -3, Block 1, First Federal Richfield Addition. Passed by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota this day of , 1993. ATTEST: Thomas P. Ferber, City Clerk Martin J. Kirsch, Mayor ra CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA Council Letter No. 287 Agenda October 11, 1993 Issue Statement: Resolution opposing unfunded federal and state mandates. Background: The League of Minnesota Cities (LMC) is collaborating with the National League of Cities and other associations representing local government in a public education campaign designed to explain the impact of unfunded mandates on cities. The effort will begin on.Wednesday, October 27, "Unfunded Mandates Day" in cities throughout the United States. The LMC has asked cities resolution concerning un action to the LMC before has also asked that each congressional delegation federal mandates. in Minnesota to adopt the attached funded mandates and to send a copy of the October 27, 1993. In addition, the LMC city draft a letter to their respective asking for a reduction of unfunded Unfunded federal and state mandates have greatly increased in recent years and have placed a significant financial burden on cities. These mandates require compliance regardless of local • needs and priorities and are often in inflexible "one- size -fits- all" format with unrealistic time frames and inflexible procedures. Also attached to this Council Letter is a copy of an information sheet regarding unfunded mandates prepared by the National League of Cities. This information piece addresses the problems caused by unfunded mandates and their costs to cities. Recommended Motion: Adopt the attached resolution opposing unfunded mandates and authorize the Mayor to send the attached letter regarding the City's opposition to unfunded mandates to Richfield's congressional delegation. Basis of Recommendation: 1. The LMC and the National League of Cities have asked cities to join together to seek a reduction in unfunded mandates. 2. The LMC and the National League of Cities have launched a public education program designed to inform the public about the costs and implications of unfunded mandates to cities. 3. The City of Richfield has been impacted by a number of federal and state unfunded mandates over the past several years. While these mandates have been costly, Richfield had little or no input with respect to these issues. Alternative Recommendation: 1. The City could decide not to participate in this public education process. 2. The City could pass a different resolution and /or draft another letter supporting this process. Discussion /Decision Mode: The LMC would like to have cities take action on this item before October 27, 1993 so they may be included in this public information process. JDP:ds n U • Respe ly submitted, James Tanager rosser City /D RESOLUTION NO. • RESOLUTION ON UNFUNDED NANDATES WHEREAS, unfunded mandates on local government have increased significantly in recent years; and WHEREAS, federal and state mandates do not consider local circumstances, costs or capacity, and subject cities to civil or criminal penalties for noncompliance; and WHEREAS, federal and state mandates require compliance regardless of other pressing local needs and priorities affecting the health, welfare and safety of citizens; and WHEREAS, federal and state burdens on local governments force cities to impose a combination of higher local taxes and fees on local taxpayers and /or reduce local services to citizens; and WHEREAS, federal and state mandates are often inflexible, "one - size- fits -all" requirements with unrealistic time frames and overly specific and inflexible procedures where less costly alternative may be just as effective; and WHEREAS, the cumulative impact of these laws and rules directly affect the citizens of our cities; and •WHEREAS, the League of Minnesota Cities, in collaboration with the National League of Cities, seeks to help citizens understand and then help encourage lawmakers to reduce the burden and inflexibility of unfunded mandates, beginning with a National Unfunded Mandates Day on October 27, 1993. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Richfield endorses the League's efforts and those'of the National League of Cites and will fully inform our citizens about the impact of federal and state mandates on our local spending and taxes; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Richfield endorses this year of mandate awareness, beginning on October 27 by informing and working with members of our Congressional delegation and our state legislators to educate them about the impact of federal and state mandates and the actions necessary to reduce these burdens on our citizens. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota this 11th day of October, 1993. Martin J. Kirsch, Mayor 0 ATTEST: Thomas P. Ferber, City Clerk /0--5 Model Mandates Fax Letter October 27, 1993 The Honorable U.S. Senate/House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20510/20515 Dear Senator/Representative: We are writing on behalf of the citizenland payf of (CITY NAME) asking your help in reduc- ing the burden of unfunded federal may€�iates We &e your action to force a change in the way the federal government considers-future ma Today we are beginning a public education campai4"d in our city about what federal mandates are and what they mean to citizens. We intend to maQV lear the real costs that are passed on to our city. Federal mandates directly affect the ci our cities and towns. Legislative and regulatory .g: requirements to perform duties without-ij... ration of local priorities, costs, or possible alterna- tives put an unfair burden on taxpayer,*' * By 1' oring other pressing local needs or priorities, federal mandates take decision making powe e hands of local officials. .............. Too often, federal rules and regulationkp ',--w ig -.J.. 1�, impose unrealistic time frames, and specify Qq .q ht be just as effective. It is time for that to ti. procedures or facilities where less cos n. MR. change. We want you to take a leadership role f federal mandates adopted by our city council. reduce stormwater and drinking water mandal report that no future law or regulation and without the federal government pic . . . . . . . . . . . "K Please join our campaign to end partnership to serve our citizens. Sincerely, the tide. Enclosed is a copy of a resolution on uld like to report that Congress will act to a this session adjourns. We would like to I without close consultation with local leaders, share of any costs. and to reintroduce government as a CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION ADDRESSES ARE ON THE OPPOSITE SIDE U.S. Senators Senator Senator Dave Durenberger (IR) Paul Wellstone (DFL) 154 Russell Senate Office Bldg. 702 Senate Hart Bldg. Washington, D.C. 20510 (202) 224 -3244 Washington, D.C. 2051110 (202) 224 -5641 1020 Plymouth Bldg. Court International Bldg. 12 S. 6th St. 2550 University Ave. Minneapolis, MN 55402 Room 100 N. (612) 2370 -3382 St. Paul, MN 55114 1 (800) 752 -4226 (612) 645 -0323 1 (800) 642 -6041 U.S. Representatives First District Fifth District Timothy J. Penny (DFL) Martin Olav Sabo (DFL) 436 Cannon House Office Bldg. 2336 Rayburn House Office Bldg. Washington, D.C. 20515 Washington, D.C. 20515 (202) 225 -2472 (202) 225 -4755 P.O. Box 368 462 Federal Courts Bldg. 108 W. Park Square 110 S. 4th St. Owatonna, MN 55060 Minneapolis, MN 55401 1 (800) 862 -8632 (612) 348 -1649 Second District Sixth District David Minge (DFL) Rod Grams (IR) 1508 Longworth House Office Bldg. 1713 Longworth House Office Bldg. Washington, D.C. 20515 Washington, D.C. 20515 (202) 225 -2331 (202) 225 -2271 1 (612) 269 -8863 2013 2nd Avenue North 542 First St. S. Anoka, MN 55303 Montevideo, MN 56265 (612) 427 -5921 (612) 269 -9311 Seventh District 108 E. Third St. Collin Peterson (DFL) Chaska, MN 55318 1133 Longworth House Office Bldg. (612) 448 -6567 Washington, D.C. 20515 (202) 225 -2165 938 Fourth Ave. Windom, MN 56101 714 Lake Ave. (507) 831 -0115 Suite 107 Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 Third District (218) 847 -5056 Jun Ramstad (IIt) 322 Cannon House Office Bldg. 2603 Wheat Drive Washington, D.C. 20515 Red Lake Fails, MN 56750 (202) 225 -2871 (218) 253 -4356 8120 Penn Ave. S. 3333 W. Division Suite 152 St. Cloud, MN 56301 Bloomington, MN 55431 (612) 259 -0559 (612) 881 -4600 Eighth District Fourth District James L. Oberstar (DFL) Bruce F. Vento (DFL) 2366 Rayburn House Office Bldg. 2304 Rayburn House Office Bldg. Washington, D.C. 20515 Washington, D.C. 20515 (202) 225 -6211 (202) 225 -6631 231 Federal Bldg. 727 Galtier Plaza Duluth, MN 55802 175 E. 5th St. (218) 727 -7474 Box 100 St. Paul, MN 55101 Brainerd City Hall (612) 224 -4503 501 Laurel St. Brainerd, MN 56401 (218) 828 -4400 Chisholm City Hall 316 Lake St. Chisholm, MN 55719 (218) 254 -5761 STATE AND FEDERAL( *) MANDATES PERSONNEL /EMPLOYEE RELATIONS PUBLIC SAFETY Unemployment compensation Peace officer standards & training Workers compensation Temporary detention facilities/ Public pensions - Basic and Coordinated plans detoxification centers Continuation of health and life insurance coverage 911 - emergency phone service Prevailing wages paid on public contracts (both) Confined space entry Veterans preference Animal control Employee right -to -know "First responder" & firefighting Parental leave /Family leave* by city employees on state hwys. Fair Labor Standards Act* Americans with Disabilities Act* ENVIRONMENT . Wastewater treatment standards (both) PLANNING Land use planning Drinking water standards (both) State zoning standards Surface water management Uniform building code Waste disposal criteria/facilities* Flood plain management Hazardous substance transportation Flood insurance Recycling Shoreland development Minnesota Clean Indoor Air Act Lead -based paint testing and removal* TRANSPORTATION Leaking underground storage tanks (both) Municipal state aid roads Superfund (both) Computer requirements REVENUE CONSTRAINTS GENERAL GOV'T /RECORDS Tax- exempt property Conducting elections Limitations on local special assessments Record retention schedule Limitations on maximum penalties and fines Data Practices Act Truth in Taxation Open Meeting Law Sales tax and MVET on city purchases Competitive bidding Minimum levy contribution to regional libaries Publication of summary budget Municipal liquor store reporting Street lighting Tax- exempt bond reporting* *indicates a federal mandate f4 "At f�hn, F.t 4�h'�k S,;i k.Q4n iyo, WTI- �-� 1 4t i t lip, lily! 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The site would be leased to Mother Duck contingent upon City approval. The applicant anticipates starting out with about 18 children, and increasing enrollment steadily over a few years, until they reach 30 -40 children. One to three additional employees would be hired as needed to meet the proper adult -to -child ratio. The daycare center would be operated from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., however, hours may be extended in the future to meet needs of the clientele. Meals would be catered in, however, they would have refrigeration and a microwave for storing and heating certain food items. Physical changes proposed for the site include the following: ♦ New landscaping along Penn and Oliver Avenues. ♦ New fencing to tie into the existing fencing. ♦ Installation of a sand play area. ♦ Restriping of the parking lot. ♦ Provision for one handicapped parking space. ♦ Repainting of building. In addition, several interior changes would be made in order to meet City building codes and State daycare licensing requirements. The property is zoned I- industrial, where daycare centers with more than 12 children are permitted with a conditional use permit. Recommended Motion: Approve the conditional use permit and off - street parking permit in accordance with the attached site plan, allowing a daycare center for up to 40 children at 6341 Penn Avenue with the following stipulations: 1. That a cash escrow agreement for required landscaping and parking lot striping be submitted before the permits become effective. 2. That the new paint colors comply with the PASSS Design Guidelines. 3. That the screen fence be properly maintained. Basis of Recommendation: 1. Adequate on -site parking is available for the use. 2. Adequate play area is available on the site. 3. The drop -off and pick -up area would be located on -site, at the front of the building. Parents would use Penn Avenue for ingress /egress and the use of Oliver Avenue would be discouraged. 4. The City Planner has approved the landscape plan. 5. The City Engineer has approved the drainage plan. Alternative Recommendation: Deny the request with a finding that the proposal would have an adverse impact on surrounding properties or the City as a whole. Discussion /Decision Mode: A public hearing is scheduled at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, October 11, 1993. The hearing will be held in the City Council Chambers of Richfield City Hall, 6700 Portland Avenue. Notice of hearing was published in the Sun - Current and mailed to property owners within 350 feet of the subject property. Respectfully submitted, JDP:dkh t Ci sVD. Prosser PROPOSED SITE'PLAN FOR DAY CARE CENTER ELEVEN SHRUB ROSE THREE GOLDEN MOCKORANGE FOUR SHRUB ROSE ONE SPIREA VAN HOUTTE 2 FT. WIDE X 2. FT. DEEP l' DRAINAGE TRENCH SAND PLAY AREA 265.85' PROPERTY LINE O Lu j z DRAINAGE f SOD FENCE" �� ROCK H.C. SIGN -+ LL I Q STORAGE SHED uj EXISTING Z a FA TE I Q BUILDING PROPERTY LINE 266.3 1 J ACCESS Q EASEMENT in i NEW 6 FT. HIGH FENCE TIE INTO EXISTING FENCE I CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA • Council Letter No. 285 Agenda October 11, 1993 Issue Statement: Public hearing and second reading of an ordinance amendment to classify pawn operations, secondhand goods operations which require a license under Section 1186 of the City Code, currency exchanges, auction houses and consignment auction houses as conditional uses in the C -2 (general commercial) and I (industrial) districts. Background: The zoning ordinance does not adequately address the classification of pawn shops, secondhand goods dealers, currency exchanges and auction houses. As a result, the City Council adopted an interim ordinance, imposing a one year moratorium on the development of such uses within the City. The moratorium will expire on November 26, 1993 or an earlier date as further adopted by ordinance. In addition, the moratorium may be extended beyond the one year period as necessary, to complete the review and adopt any necessary amendments to the zoning ordinance. The moratorium was imposed to protect the planning process; to protect the health, safety, and welfare of City residents; and to allow adequate time to develop regulations for pawn shops, secondhand goods dealers, currency exchanges and auction houses. Over the past several months, the Planning Commission and staff have been reviewing relevant planning and land use issues, which include the following: ♦ The particular zoning districts in which such uses shall be allowed as either a permitted or a conditional use. ♦ The concentration and density of such uses in the City and its neighborhoods. ♦ The effect of such uses on other uses in the area, and ways to minimize any adverse impacts. ♦ The possible need for modifications to the licensing regulations. The Planning Commission and staff review found that such uses should be restricted to the C -2 and I districts to prevent inharmonious land uses. Such uses should be reviewed individually through the conditional use permit process. The proposed ordinance regulates the density of such uses by setting minimum spacing requirements between such uses and residentially zoned property, schools, churches, daycare centers and public institutions. The ordinance has provisions to minimize adverse impacts by addressing parking, screening, noise concerns and traffic safety. The ordinance also grandfathers in such uses which are legally existing, but which may not meet the specific conditions set by the ordinance. 9 -I The City Licensing Division is not recommending any changes to the licensing regulations for such uses at the present time. Recommended Motion: Adopt the attached ordinance approving an amendment which classifies pawn operations, secondhand goods operations which require a license under Section 1186 of the City Code, currency exchanges, auction houses and consignment auction houses as conditional uses in the C -2 and I districts. Basis of Recommendation: 1. The proposed ordinance amendment would classify such uses, allowing them in the C -2 and I districts with a conditional use permit. 2. Currency exchanges have been delineated as a similar use which should be subjected to the same regulations. 3. Conditions for the granting of a conditional use permit have been established to protect and promote the public health, safety, comfort, aesthetics,, economic viability and general welfare of the City and its residents. 4. On August 24, 1993, the Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the ordinance amendment. Alternative Recommendation: 1. Refer the amendment back to the Planning Commission for further study. 2. The City Council could modify the amendment deleting any of the enumerated uses. 3. The City Council could decide not to adopt the amendment. Discussion /Decision Mode: A public hearing and second reading is scheduled at 7 p.m. on Monday, October 11, 1993. The hearing will be held in the City Council Chambers of Richfield City Hall, 6700 Portland Avenue. Notice of the hearing was published in the Sun - Current. JDP:ds 0 Res ec ully submitted, Jame . Prosser City nager 1 Bill No. 1993- AMENDMENT TO APPENDIX B OF THE CITY CODE OF THE CITY OF RICHFIELD The City of Richfield does ordain: Section 520 of Appendix B to the Richfield City Code entitled "Zoning: commercial districts" is hereby amended by amending subsection 520.17 and adding subsection 520.22 to read as follows: Section 520.17. (e) pawn operations, secondhand goods operations which require a license under Section 1186 of the City Code, currency exchanges, auction houses and consignment auction houses. (fe) other business uses which are determined by the Council to be of the same general character as the uses enumerated in this section and which will not be obnoxious or detrimental to the area in which they would be located. Section 520.22. is 520.22. Pawn operations, secondhand goods operations which require a license under Section 1186 of the City Code currency exchanges, auction houses and consignment auction houses. Subdivision 1. General Rule A conditional use permit shall not be granted for any pawn operation, secondhand goods operation which requires a license under Section 1186 of the City Code, currency exchange, auction house or consignment auction house, unless the Council finds that the proposed use will comply with the standards set forth in this subsection. Subd. 2. Such uses shall not be permitted within 1,000 feet of any school, church, daycare center or public institution. Subd. 3. Such uses shall not be permitted within 1,000 feet of any other pawn operation, secondhand goods operation which requires a license under Section 1186 of the City Code currency exchange, auction house or consignment auction house. Subd. 4. Such uses shall not be permitted within 250 feet of any residentially zoned property. Subd. 5. Such uses shall be screened, as approved by the City. Subd. 6. The business operator shall secure all applicable licenses and approvals from the city, county, state or other applicable jurisdictions before this permit becomes effective. Subd. 7. Off - street parking standards: (a) pawn operations and second hand goods operations which require a license under Section 1186 of the City Code, and currency exchanges - five spaces per 1,000 square feet of gross floor area or ten spaces, whichever is greater. (b) auction houses and consignment auction houses - 35 spaces per 1,000 square feet of gross floor area or 70 spaces, whichever is greater. Subd. 8. The operation shall be contained within a completely enclosed building and no outside storage, display, or sale of merchandise shall be permitted. Subd. 9. There shall be no exterior loudspeaker, and any public address system shall not be audible from any residential parcel. Subd. 10. Auction houses and consignment auction houses shall have designated on -site loading and drop -off areas which are designed to avoid interfering with traffic and pedestrian movements. Subd. 11. For the purposes of this subsection, currency exchanges shall be defined as a business or person, except a bank, trust company, savings bank, savings and loan association, credit union, or industrial loan and thrift company, engaged in the business of cashing checks, drafts, money orders or traveler's checks for a fee. Currency exchange does not include businesses or persons who provide such service incidental to their primary business if the charge for cashing a check or draft does not exceed one dollar or one percent of the check or draft whichever is greater. Subd. 12. For the purposes of this subsection. all measurements shall be taken from lot line to lot line unless such use is to be located within a multi- tenant building with over 5,000 square feet in area. In such case, measurements shall be taken from the_buildina space of such use to the lot lines of other properties. Subd. 13. Such pawn operations, secondhand goods operations which require a license under Section 1186 of the City Code, currency exchanges, auction houses and consignment auction houses which were legally established prior to November 20, 1993 shall be classified as legal nonconforming uses subject to the provisions of Section 510.05 of this code. Section 525 of Appendix B to the Richfield City Code entitled "Zoning: industrial districts" is hereby amended by adding subsection 525.03 (c) to read as follows: 525.03. (c) those uses listed in Section 520.22, subject to the same conditions set forth in Section 520.22. Passed by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota this 11th day of October, 1993. ATTEST: Thomas P. Ferber, City Clerk r Martin J. Kirsch, Mayor 34 . CITY OF RICHFIELD REFERENCE FOR ATTACHED MAPS go ff School, church, daycare center, or public institution Areas within 1,000 feet of a school, church, daycare center, or public institution Allowable areas for pawns shops, secondhand goods dealers which require a license under Section 1186 of the City Code, currency exchanges, auction. houses and consignment auction houses. Existing pawn shops and currency exchanges 0 i ■ - SHEET A j SHEET B ■ ■ r 1!! 1. j SHEET C SHEET D go ff School, church, daycare center, or public institution Areas within 1,000 feet of a school, church, daycare center, or public institution Allowable areas for pawns shops, secondhand goods dealers which require a license under Section 1186 of the City Code, currency exchanges, auction. houses and consignment auction houses. Existing pawn shops and currency exchanges 0 i 0 Ll a i 0 u� Z Q Lu Q Z Q L40 in • a m 0 C7 In i .i r 7 L-A • CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA Council Letter No. 284 • Agenda October 11, 1993 Issue Statement: Public hearing and second reading of an ordinance amendment to rezone the following MR (multiple residence) properties: 1) rezone 7001 and 7005 Fifth Avenue and 7000 Portland Avenue to R (single family residential); 2) rezone 6919 -21 Chicago Avenue to MR -1 (two family residential); 3) rezone 7608, 7614, 7620, 7626, 7632 and 7638 Pleasant Avenue to MR -2 (multiple family residential); and 4) rezone 7701 Portland Avenue to C -2 (general commercial) and 631 East 77th Street to MR -3 (high density multiple residential). Background: Staff is reviewing the zoning ordinance for revision and update. Initial analysis indicates that the MR district is not effective because its provisions are incomplete, outdated and ambiguous. The MR district has no density limitation and incorporates the single family uses of the R district as well as the two family, multi - family and group housing developments. The MR district was the original and only multi - family district when Richfield's growth occurred. Later, the MR -1, MR -2 and MR -3 districts were created to provide more precise controls for the expanding variety of multi- family housing. When the MR -1, MR -2 and MR -3 districts were added, most MR zoned land was rezoned to fit into that classification system. The intention was for all MR zoned land to be rezoned but approximately 65 parcels of land in about 18 areas of the City are still zoned MR. These parcels are being evaluated and presented for reclassification to the most appropriate land use zone. The proposed zoning designation for the subject parcels are consistent with existing land use and, therefore, will remain conforming uses. Recommended Motion: Adopt the attached ordinance amendment approving the rezoning of 7001 and 7005 Fifth Avenue and 7000 Portland Avenue from MR to R; rezoning 6919 -21 Chicago Avenue from MR to MR -1; rezoning 7608, 7614, 7620, 7626, 7632 and 7638 Pleasant Avenue from MR to MR -2; rezoning 7701 Portland Avenue from MR to C -2; and rezoning 631 East 77th Street from MR to MR -3. Basis of Recommendation: 1. This rezoning will help to bring the zoning map up to date with current land use practices and the comprehensive plan. None of the uses will become nonconforming as a result of the rezoning. 2. An MR zone is no longer an appropriate zoning district in the City and an update to a more appropriate district is called for whether or not the text of the zoning ordinance is changed. LJ � -I 3. If the text of the zoning ordinance is updated later this year eliminating the MR district, then it would be appropriate to have rezoned such designated areas before the text change. 4. The proposed R zoning is most appropriate for the existing single family uses at 7001 and 7005 Fifth Avenue and 7000 Portland Avenue, and would eliminate an inconsistent spot zone of MR. 5 The proposed MR -1 zoning is most appropriate for the existing duplex use at 6919 -21 Chicago Avenue, and would ensure that higher density development (as allowed under the MR provisions). does not occur. 6. The proposed MR -2 zoning is most appropriate for the existing fourplex uses at 7608, 7614, 7620, 7626, 7632 and 7638 Pleasant Avenue, and would ensure that higher density development (as allowed under the MR provisions) does not occur. The MR -2 classification allows 3 -17 units on a lot, based on the size of the lot. The MR -2 designation provides appropriate controls through setback, height, parking, open space and other regulations. If a redevelopment would occur in this area, the number of units per lot could not exceed four under the MR -2 classification. 7. The proposed C -2 zoning is most appropriate for the existing commercial use at 7701 Portland Avenue, while offering proper regulatory control for future land uses. 8. The proposed MR -3 zoning is most appropriate for the existing 21 unit apartment use at 631 East 77th Street, while offering proper regulatory control for future land uses. 9. On August 24, 1993, the Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the rezonings. Alternative Recommendation: The City Council could deny this rezoning with a finding that such rezoning would have an adverse impact on the subject parcels, adjacent properties or the City as a whole. Discussion /Decision Mode: A public hearing and second reading is scheduled at 7 p.m. on Monday, October 11, 1993. The hearing will be held in the City Council Chambers of Richfield City Hall, 6700 Portland Avenue. Notice of the hearing was published in the Sun - Current and mailed to property owners within 350 feet of the subject properties. JDP:ds Respectfully submitted, J e D. Prosser Ci Manager 7 -C,)-- Bill No. 1993 -_ AMENDMENT TO APPENDIX 1 OF THE CITY ZONING CODE OF THE CITY OF RICHFIELD The City of Richfield does ordain: Appendix 1 which describes the boundaries of the various zoning districts of the City is hereby amended in the following respect: Section 5, Paragraph (22) is amended to read as follows: (22 ) The north ' 23 feet of the west 1600 feet of the east zzxc -: :vx c:: xzv 320 €eet -ef Seetien- 34, Tewnsh*p -24 Range -28. [Repealed]. Section 5, Paragraph (26) is amended to read as follows: (26 ) The - west -1/2 of the north 1/2 of Lot 33, Baumgartner's Est Addition. [Repealed]. Section 5, Paragraph (11) is amended to read as follows: (11) That area lying between the centerline of Block 211 Sunset Terrac e n �d3Northfield, �en and the --ana Southern Railway right of way and between the center line of 77 Street and the- new - line -ef f,et 2, Block 2, of said addition; and -also - the -east 1/2 of lots 2, 3, 4 ,5, and 6 of said b1eok and addition, — except - the -east 30 fee'- eree (Rene led] . Section 5, Paragraph (20) is amended to read as follows: (20 ) The north 132.5 - feet of the southwest 1/4 of the southwest 1f4 of the southwest Seet-len-35, Townsh-ip 028, Range 24, exeeptthe west218. 99 - feet ereof and except the north 30 feet thereof. [Repealed]. Section 11, Paragraph (80.) is amended to read as follows: (80) The west 1/2 of the north 1/2 of Lot 33, Baumgartner's First Addition. Section 12, Paragraph (32) is amended to read as follows: (32) The east 1/2 of lots 2 through 7, Block 2, Sunset Terrace Addition. Section 3, Paragraph (48) is amended to read as follows: (48) That area lying between the center lines of 78th and 77th Streets and between the east line of Ranft's Addition and the center line of Chicago Avenue except the area described as ' -3 follows: The north 132.5 feet of the southwest 1/4 of the southwest 1/4 of the southwest 1/4 of Section 35, Township 28, Range 24, except the west 251.97 feet thereof. Section 13, Paragraph (10) is amended to read as follows: (10) The north 132.5 feet of the southwest 1/4 of the southwest 1/4 of the southwest 1/4 of Section 35, Township 28, Range 24, except the west 251.97 feet thereof and except roads. This amendment constitutes a rezoning of the following properties: 1) rezone 7001 and 7005 Fifth Avenue and 7000 Portland Avenue from MR to R (single family residential); 2) rezone 6919 -21 Chicago Avenue from MR to MR -1 (two family residential; 3) rezone 7608, 7614, 7620, 7626, 7632, and 7638 Pleasant Avenue from MR to MR -2 (multiple family residential); 4) rezone 7701 Portland Avenue from MR to C -2 (general commercial) and 631 East 77th Street from MR to MR -3 (high density multiple residential). Passed by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota this 11th day of October, 1993. . ATTEST: Thomas P. Ferber, City Clerk Martin J. Kirsch, Mayor ui Q Z H REZONING PLAN -� EXISTING ZONING PROPOSED ZONING 70TH ST. 71ST ST. �i Q Z Q J Y 1 ui Q H N n LAND USE: ALL SINGLE FAMILY 7001 & 7005 Fifth Ave. 7000 Portland Ave. 70TH ST. 71ST ST. Li Q Z Q J r L LL! Q O Q U_ S U p— ;V A Os co ]REZONING PLAN EXISTING ZONING PROPOSED ZONING 69TH ST. W Q O J J W 70TH ST. V. Cl. uj Qm O t0 C7 Q U_' S U 69TH ST. 70TH ST. LAND USE: SUBJECT PROPERTY IS DUPLEX, REMAINDER OF BLOCK IS SINGLE FAMILY. uj Q O J J W 6919-21 Chicago Ave. MR- ,'••••' CITI' OF MMNING ZONING �� W ° a� 0 z a J f- m O CL u.i a 0 z a J H O a uj 0 Q^ a z a J H O a REZONING PLAN EXISTING LAND USE 77TH ST. 631 P.D.a STORE APARTMENTS 21 UNITS) NURSING HOME APARTMOT GAS CAR II COMPLEX STA. RENTAL I 7701 Portland Ave. 631 East 77th St. MR MR -3 JJJJJ'JJJ C -2 J JJJ J• J J 78TH ST. EXISTING ZONING 77TH ST. 78TH ST. PROPOSED ZONING 77TH ST. 78TH ST. i 'I%- IN CITY OF KICHFIELD uw O C7 a U_ S U u.i a O c� a U_ 2 U ui a O c� a U_ U N • CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA Council Letter No. 283 Agenda October 11, 1993 Issue Statement: Purchase in excess of $5,000 for salt to be used in ice control during the 1993/94 winter season. Background: The City Council policy resolution on purchasing provides that when the purchase of merchandise, materials, equipment or construction exceeds the amount of $5,000, authority to purchase shall be submitted to the City Council for consideration. Each year, the City purchases approximately 1,000 ton of rock salt, which is usually mixed with sand, to control ice on road surfaces during the winter season. A recent history of prices for this product is: Year Unit Price Delivery Total 83/84 16.69/ton 2.00 /ton 18.69 /ton 84/85 21.41 /ton 3.15 /ton 24.56/ton 85/86 23.47/ton Included 23.47/ton 86/87 20.05 /ton 1.95 /ton 22.00 /ton 87/88 18.96 /ton 1.80 /ton 20.76 /ton • 88/89 24.96/ton 1.43 /ton 26.39/ton 89/90 26.48/ton 1.85 /ton 28.33/ton 90/91 26.27/ton 1.50 /ton 27.77/ton 91/92 26.27/ton 1.50 /ton 27.77/ton 92/93 25.66/ton Included 25.66/ton (500 ton) 92/93 36.92/ton Included 36.92/ton (500 ton) Funding for this purchase is included in the 1993 and 1994 operating budgets for street maintenance. In past years, the City has participated in a joint purchasing agreement with Hennepin County. In 1992, the County decided to become part of the State of Minnesota joint purchasing for rock salt. Again this year, Richfield was supposed to be listed under the Hennepin County group; however, there was a mix -up with the paperwork necessary to be a part of the bidding group, and Richfield (along with three other communities) did not get listed with the Hennepin County group. Staff contacted the State of Minnesota, who contacted North American Salt, the low bidder for this area, and they agreed to sell the City 500 ton of winter salt on the state contract. The price is $25.66 /ton delivered. Staff attempted to obtain quotes from other bidders on the state contract, and received the following: Cargill Incorporated -Salt Division $28.40 /ton Morton Salt No quotation submitted North American Salt (State Contract Bid) $25.66/ton 6)q - I Recommended Motion: IS Approve the purchase of 500 ton of rock salt from North American Salt at $25.66 /ton delivered for a total purchase price of $12,830. Basis of Recommendation: 1. The paperwork necessary for the City of Richfield to be a part of a joint purchase agreement with Hennepin County through the State of Minnesota was lost after leaving Richfield. At this point, the City does not have time to go through the formal bid process. 2. North American Salt offered 500 ton at the state contract price of $25.66 /delivered. 3. North American Salt is a responsible, reliable company with whom the City has conducted business satisfactorily in the past. 4. The rock salt is needed for the upcoming winter season. 5. When more salt is needed, the City will have to go through this process again. Alternative Recommendation: Council could direct staff to obtain prices for the rock salt • from other distributors; however, time is running short if the City wants to have salt available for the immediate future. Discussion /Decision Mode: Approval is being sought at the October 11, 1993 Council meeting. Council should be aware that any delay in approving this purchase could put Richfield at a dangerous disadvantage should an early snowfall arrive. JDP:ds Res lly submitted, Ja a D. Prosser Cit anager