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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-22-75 SMMINUTES OF THE MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL 7:30 P.M., Thursday, May 22, 1975 Council Chambers, Municipal Building Meeting No. 75 -18 A. CALL TO ORDER A regular meeting of the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota, was held in the Council Chambers, Municipal Building, and was called to order at 7:32 P.M. by Mayor Bruton. B. ROLL CALL Robert T. Bruton, Mayor Present John C. Greavu, Councilman Present Donald J. Wiegert, Councilman Present Norman G. Anderson, Councilman Present Burton A. Murdock, Councilman Present C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Mayor Bruton moved to approve the agenda with the following items added: 1. Award Ceremonies 2. Liquor Ordinance 3. McDonald Signs 4. Ramsey County League 5. Water Board Meeting Seconded by Councilman Wiegert. Ayes - all. Mayor Bruton recessed the meeting at 7:35 P.M. to convene as the Board of Appeals and Adjustments. Mayor Bruton reconvened the meeting at 7:36 P.M. E. NEW BUSINESS 1. Sign Permit - 1291 Frost Avenue a. Manager Miller presented the staff report with the recommendation that the proposal for two free standing signs be denied. b. Director of Community Development Reed presented the following Community Design Review Board recommendation: "Board Member Cody moved that the Board recommend to the City Council approval of the proposal subject to the following conditions: 1. One sign would be permitted on one pump island (choice of island to the appli- cant's discretion). Overall height to be 15 feet; 2. Outdoor display or storage of merchandise or supplies shall be prohibited. All signs, flags, banners and similar attention getting devices shall be pro- hibited; 3. If a trash container is located on the premises, it will be screened in a per- manent manner with materials and design compatible with the building; - 1 - 5/22 4. The City shall retain the right to review and modify after installation any exterior lighting which causes any undue glare and /or reflection. Light fix- tures to be a maximum of 6 feet in length; 5. Owner and applicant agree to the above conditions in writing. Board Member Ottman seconded. Ayes 4; Nays Members Simkins and Murphy." c. Mr. Paul Miller, Kunz Oil Company, spoke on behalf of the proposal. He would like the height of the sign to be 19 feet. d. Councilman Murdock moved to approve the sign permit for the Kunz Oil Company at 1291 Frost subject to the following conditions: 1. One sign is permitted on the Frost Avenue pump island with an overall height of 19 feet; 2. Outdoor display or storage of merchandise or supplies shall be prohibited. All signs, flags, banners and similar attention getting devices shall be prohibited; 3. If a trash container is located on the premises, it will be screened in a permanent manner with materials and design compatible with the building; 4. The City shall retain the right to review and modify after installation any exterior lighting which causes any undue glare and /or relection. Light fixture to be a maximum of 6 feet in length; 5. Owner and applicant agree to the above conditions in writing. Seconded by Councilman Wiegert. Ayes - all. PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. Subdivision (Preliminary Plat) - Progress Realty Addition (Upper Afton Road) 8:00 P.M. a. Mayor Bruton convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding a preliminary plat proposed by Progress Realty. The Clerk read the notice of hearing along with the dates of publication. b. Manager Miller presented the staff report with the recommendation that the preliminary plat be approved subject to the following conditions: to It is understood by the developer that the City will not carry any of the costs for improvements for the excluded lot; 2. The developer shall provide for the dedication of all access rights from lot #1 to Upper Afton Road; 3. The existing structures shown on Lots 12 and 13 shall be removed from the site; 4. The developer agrees to construct a 3 foot high grass berm planted with dense shrubs and trees to separate and buffer the westerly portion of the plat from the adjacent neighborhood park; 5. The final platting shall be drawn in accordance with all applicable sections of the platting code with exception of the lot depth requirement of 100 feet for Lot #1; 6. The developer agrees to prepare storm water plans for submission to the City Engineer for his review and approval. Further, it shall be the re- sponsibility of the developer to provide for the installation of said storm water improvement; - 2 - 5/22 7. The owner and applicant shall agree to the above conditions in writing. c. Chairman Les Axdahl presented the following Planning Commission recommendation: "Commissioner Kishel moved that the Commission recommend to the City Council approval of the preliminary plat subject to the conditions in the Manager's report. Commissioner Kent seconded. Motion carried - Ayes all." d. Mr. Sam Cukier, the applicant, spoke regarding his request. e. Mayor Bruton asked for persons who wished to speak for or against the proposal. None were heard. f. Mayor Bruton closed the public hearing. g. Councilman Murdock moved to approve the Progress Realtv Addition 1. It is understood by the developer that the City will not carry any of the costs for improvements for the excluded lot; 2. The developer shall provide for the dedication of all access rights from lot #1 to Upper Afton Road; 3. The existing structures shown on Lots 12 and 13 shall be removed from the site; 4. The developer agrees to construct a 3 foot high grass berm planted with dense shrubs and trees to separate and buffer the westerly portion of the plat from the adjacent neighborhood park; 5. The final platting shall be drawn in accordance with all applicable sections of the platting code with exception of the lot depth requirement of 100 feet for Lot #1; 6. The developer agrees to prepare storm water plans for submission to the City Engineer for his review and approval. Further, it shall be the re- sponsibility of the developer to provide for the installation of said storm water improvement. Storm water plans be submitted to the City Engineer prior to submission of final plat; 7. The owner and applicant shall agree to the above conditions in writing. Seconded by Councilman Wiegert. Ayes - all. 3. Zone Change (FR to BC) 2785 White Bear Avenue a. Mayor Bruton convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding a petitioned change in zoning district classification filed by Ajax Venture Company from FR (Farm Residence) to BC (Business Commercial) for property located at 2785 White Bear Avenue. The Clerk read the notice of hearing along with the dates of public- ation. b. Manager Miller presented the staff report and stated it is recommended that the proposed zone change be denied as being premature in terms of development of adjacent areas and availability of public services, the zoning requested is potent- ially detrimental to existing single family nature of adjacent areas and such zoning would promote traffic congestion. C. Chairman Les Axdahl presented the following Planning Commission recommendation: - 3 - 5/22 "Commissioner Prew moved the following motion: It is the recommendation of the Planning Commission that the requested zone change from FR to BC for the 5 acre property at 2783 White Bear Avenue should be denied because: 1. The proposed zoning would be contrary to the land use designation indicated in the Comprehensive Plan; 2. The implied commercial development would be out of keeping with the land use limitations for this particular vicinity that were intended by the Compre- hensive Plan; 3. The implied commercial development would be premature in terms of development of adjacent areas and availability of public services and thus could compound the existing traffic congestion; 4. The zoning request is potentially detrimental to presently existing single family nature of adjacent areas. Commissioner Howard seconded. Ayes 5; Commissioner Fischer abstained as she did not completely agree with condition #3." d. Mr. Bill Rosen, attorney representing the applicant, spoke on behalf of the zone change. e. Mayor Bruton called for persons who wished to be heard for or against the zone change. The following persons voiced their opinions: Mr. Eugene Whyte, 1850 Radatz Avenue; Mrs. Esther Schoenberger, 2811 White Bear Avenue; Mr. James Peterson, C and I Development, one of the new owners; Mr. Richard Leiko, 1890 Radatz Avenue. f. Mayor Bruton closed the public hearing. g. Councilman Greavu moved to deny the BC zoning and suggested the applicant request a SC zoning, Seconded by Councilman Anderson. h. Councilman Greavu withdrew his motion and Councilman Anderson withdrew his second. i. Councilman Greavu moved to refer this matter back to the P for determination as to appropriate zoning classification incl of contract zoning. Seconded by Councilman Anderson. Ayes - all. F. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS 1. Award Ceremonies Councilman Murdock stated since this meeting has lasted longer than he anticipated he requested this item be cancelled. 2. Liquor Ordinance Amendment - 4 - 5/22 Councilman Greavu stated he received a call questioning why Maplewood Off -Sale liquor establishments have to be closed May 26, 1975 (Memorial Day Holiday) while the City of St. Paul Off -Sale liquor establishments can remain open. Staff to send questionaire to Maplewood's Off -Sale liquor establishments asking if they wish to be open or closed. 3. McDonal.d's Signs Councilman Greavu wished to know why the McDonald's stop signs are not up yet. Staff to research tape of June 6, 1974 and have it an agenda item at the next meeting. 4. Ramsey County 'League Councilman Wiegert reported on Ramsey County L6agues meeting last evening. They presented their Open Space Policy Plan. Councilman Wiegert feels these policies should be presented to our various commissions. 5. Water Board Meeting There will be a meeting between the St. Paul Board of Water Commissioners and Maplewood °s Councilmen at 2:00 P.M. in Room 707, City Hall on May 28, 1975. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS None. ADJOURNMENT 9:59 P.M. Cit Clerk - 5 - 5/22