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Home My WebLink About2006 [09] Sep 21 {Book 38} CITY Of ST. JOSEPH www.cityofstjoseph.com St. Joseph City Council September 21, 2006 Closed Meeting 6:00 PM 1. Call to Order Administrdtor Judy Weyrens 2. Pending Litigation 3. Adjourn MdYor Richdrd Cdrlbom Regular Meeting 7:00 PM Councilors AI Rdssier Ross Rieke Renee Symdnietz Ddle Wick 1. Call to Order 2. Approve Agenda 3. Consent Agenda a. Minutes - Requested Action: Approve the minutes of September 7 and 11, 2006. b. Bills Payable - Requested Action: Approve check numbers 037793 - 037835. c. Grass Repair - Requested Action: Authorize the repair of the dead grass at the Water Tower, Memorial Park and the E. Baker Street Lift Station at an estimated cost of $4,050.00. d. Highway Agreement - Requested Action: Authorize the Mayor and Administrator to execute a Highway Maintenance Agreement between the City of St. Joseph and Stearns County for the 2006 Water Main Improvement. e. Alarm Panel Replacement - Requested Action: Approve the replacement of the alarm panel at the Main Lift Station at an estimated cost of $3,315.00. f. Interim Use Permit - Requested Action: Accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission and grant an Interim Use Permit to Kathryn and John Kalkman, 209 E Minnesota Street. 4. Public Comments to the Agenda 5. 7:00PM Special Use Permit, Crystal Heller 6. 7:05 PM Ordinance Amendment - Industrial Zoning 7. 7:10 PM Bio-Science Initiative 8. Mayor Reports 9. Council Reports 10. Administrator Reports 11. Adjourn 2 ,. College Avenue North . PO Box 668' S din t. 10 s e ph, M inn e s 0 td ,. 6)7 4 Phone )20.j6j.]2.01 FdX )20.j6j.Oj42 I Attachment: Yes or No REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION Closed Meeting - CR 121 Pending Litigation DATE: September 21, 2006 ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT DEPARTMENT APPROVAL AGENDA ITEM Closed Meeting - CR 121 Pending Litigation PREVIOUS ACTION RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION FISCAL IMP ACT COMMENTS/RECOMMENDATIONS Both the City Attorney and Attorney representing the City on the CR 121 matter have requested a closed meeting to discuss the litigation. St. Joseph City Council September 21,2006 FOR THE OFFICIAL RECORD PLEASE SIGN YOUR NAME AND ADDRESS NAME L ~~A- 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. ADDRESS -rD. ~')( (e::.q\ ~C~~ MpJ ~~7- City of St. Joseph Page 1 Bills Payable September 18, 2006 Check Search Name Comments Amount FUND DEPART OBJ Nbr 037793 FIRST STATE BANK-CUSTOMER repair curb & $191.67 101 43120 210 037794 EFTPS Reg pp 19 & Con $3,164.02 101 037794 EFTPS Med Reg pp 19 & $1,049.74 101 037794 EFTPS SS Reg pp 19 & $2,763.92 101 037795 COMMISSIONER OF REVENUE Reg pp 19 & Con $1,425.83 101 037796 PERA retirement pay-Con $305.00 101 037796 PERA retirement pay-Reg $4,771.19 101 037797 ING LIFE INS & ANNUITY COMPANY deferred comp $225.00 101 037798 AFSCME COUNCIL 65 dues-Sept $346.00 101 037799 LAW ENFORCEMENT LABOR SERVICES dues-Sept $259.00 101 037800 JOHN T JONES Wtr Treat Plant $758,454.6 434 49440 530 037801 ACCLAIM BENEFITS administration $33.35 101 42120 137 037801 ACCLAIM BENEFITS administration $11.11 101 45202 137 037801 ACCLAIM BENEFITS administration $11.11 101 41530 137 037801 ACCLAIM BENEFITS administration $14.81 601 49440 137 037801 ACCLAIM BENEFITS administration $3.70 602 49490 137 037801 ACCLAIM BENEFITS administration $3.70 603 43230 137 037801 ACCLAIM BENEFITS administration $22.22 101 41430 137 037802 ACCLAIM BENEFITS-REIMB reimbursement-#4 $166.66 101 037802 ACCLAIM BENEFITS-REIMB medical $45.00 101 037803 ALLIED WASTE SERVICES August services $302.90 101 45202 384 037803 ALLIED WASTE SERVICES August services $68.90 602 49490 384 037803 ALLIED WASTE SERVICES August services $68.90 105 42220 384 037803 ALLIED WASTE SERVICES August services $14,871.54 603 43230 384 037804 AVENET, LLC website hosting $480.00 101 41430 321 037805 BEXAR COUNTY FORENSIC SCI CTR shipping of $35.00 101 42120 300 037806 BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD MN Gustin-Oct Ins $231.00 101 037806 BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD MN Oct Med Insurance $13,587.50 101 037807 C & L EXCAVATING repair hydrant 1 st $650.00 601 49430 220 037807 C & L EXCAVATING repair 3 sanitary $300.00 602 49450 220 037808 C & L EXCAVATING, INC 2006 Str $250,922.3 438 43120 530 037809 CAMERA TRADER photo processing $28.61 101 42120 210 037810 CENTRAL MCGOWAN oxygen $60.38 101 45201 210 037810 CENTRAL MCGOWAN oxygen - 2 $39.62 101 45201 210 037811 CITY OF ST. CLOUD sewer rental $11,699.96 602 49480 419 037812 COLD SPRING VETERINARY CLINIC kennel $42.00 101 42700 300 037812 COLD SPRING VETERINARY CLINIC kennel $28.00 101 42700 300 037813 COMMUNITY CARE PHARMACY medical supplies $130.71 105 42270 210 037814 GAMEDAY ATHLETIC soccer net $141.24 205 45203 531 037815 HAWKINS WATER TREATMENT GROUP T-Influent BOD $91.20 602 49480 312 037815 HAWKINS WATER TREATMENT GROUP T-Phosphorus $40.20 602 49480 312 037815 HAWKINS WATER TREATMENT GROUP T-Lead $32.00 602 49480 312 037815 HAWKINS WATER TREATMENT GROUP T -Lead $32.00 602 49480 312 037815 HAWKINS WATER TREATMENT GROUP T-Influent BOD $91.20 602 49480 312 037815 HAWKINS WATER TREATMENT GROUP hydroflusilicici $675.35 601 49420 210 037815 HAWKINS WATER TREATMENT GROUP T -Phosphorus $40.20 602 49480 312 037816 JM GRAYSTONE OIL CO., INC fuel-august $364.66 101 43120 210 037816 JM GRAYSTONE OIL CO., INC postage-august $34.82 602 49490 322 037816 JM GRAYSTONE OIL CO., INC fuel-august $58.05 105 42220 210 037816 JM GRAYSTONE OIL CO., INC fuel-august $364.66 602 49490 210 037816 JM GRAYSTONE OIL CO., INC fuel-august $364.66 101 45202 210 037816 JM GRAYSTONE OIL CO., INC fuel-august $364.66 601 49440 210 037817 JOHNSON, BRIAN & LINDA booster pump $920.00 433 43120 530 037818 LEAGUE OF MN CITIES INS TRUST Add Str Sweeper $337.00 101 43120 361 037819 LEE'S ACE HARDWARE supplies $15.39 105 42210 200 037819 LEE'S ACE HARDWARE Intergov Mtg $19.72 101 41110 331 037819 LEE'S ACE HARDWARE supplies $2.13 101 41941 220 037819 LEE'S ACE HARDWARE stump grinder $80.25 101 43120 410 037819 LEE'S ACE HARDWARE supplies $95.86 602 49450 220 037819 LEE'S ACE HARDWARE supplies $13.27 105 42250 230 037819 LEE'S ACE HARDWARE supplies $41.71 101 45202 220 037819 LEE'S ACE HARDWARE supplies $37.42 601 49440 220 City of St. Joseph Page 2 Bills Payable September 18, 2006 Check Search Name Comments Amount FUND DEPART OBJ Nbr 037819 LEE'S ACE HARDWARE supplies $20.66 101 43120 220 037819 LEE'S ACE HARDWARE supplies $6.73 101 42120 220 037820 LEEF BROS August $56.18 602 49490 171 037820 LEEF BROS August $56.18 101 43120 171 037820 LEEF BROS August floor mats, $98.10 101 41430 220 037820 LEEF BROS August floor mats, $97.79 101 42120 220 037820 LEEF BROS August $168.54 602 49450 171 037820 LEEF BROS August $56.18 101 45202 171 037821 MARTHALER, JAMES J Marthaler Boot $60.00 602 49450 171 037821 MARTHALER, JAMES J Marthaler Boot $60.00 602 49490 171 037822 METRO PLUMBING & HEATING repair $90.81 101 45123 220 037823 MINNESOTA ELEVATOR, INC service-September $82.57 101 41942 220 037824 MINNESOTA TRAVEL MANAGEMENT vehicle $1,009.98 101 42152 414 037824 MINNESOTA TRAVEL MANAGEMENT June lease #6073 $977.40 101 42152 414 037824 MINNESOTA TRAVEL MANAGEMENT July lease #5244 $919.15 101 42152 414 037824 MINNESOTA TRAVEL MANAGEMENT July lease #5556 $903.96 101 42152 414 037824 MINNESOTA TRAVEL MANAGEMENT July lease #6073 $1,009.98 101 42152 414 037824 MINNESOTA TRAVEL MANAGEMENT vehicle $903.96 101 42152 414 037824 MINNESOTA TRAVEL MANAGEMENT vehicle $919.15 101 42152 414 037825 MINNESOTA WASTEWATER OPERATORS 2006 2007 $25.00 602 49490 433 037826 MUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT CORP eda contract $2,152.86 150 46500 300 037827 OFFICE MAX office supplies $177.83 101 42120 200 037827 OFFICE MAX office supplies $177.82 101 41530 200 037827 OFFICE MAX office supplies $177.83 101 41430 200 037827 OFFICE MAX office supplies $140.11 105 42210 200 037827 OFFICE MAX office supplies $177.83 101 41110 200 037828 ONE CALL CONCEPTS, INC notification-Aug ust $107.80 601 49440 319 037828 ONE CALL CONCEPTS, INC notification-August $107.80 602 49490 319 037829 RAJKOWSKI HANSMEIER L TO S1. Bens $12.50 101 41610 304 037829 RAJKOWSKI HANSMEIER L TO meetings $687.50 101 41610 304 037829 RAJ KOWS KI HANSMEIER L TD sp use permit $12.50 101 41610 304 037829 RAJKOWSKI HANSMEIER L TD dog issues $473.50 101 42120 304 037829 RAJKOWSKI HANSMEIER L TO M Gohman storm $225.50 651 49900 304 037829 RAJKOWSKI HANSMEIER L TD Crescent Hills $602.50 101 41610 304 037829 RAJKOWSKI HANSMEIER L TD review of $2,875.50 101 41130 304 037829 RAJKOWSKI HANSMEIER L TO Meadowvale $250.00 101 41610 304 037829 RAJKOWSKI HANSMEIER L TO Verizon $11.50 101 41610 304 037829 RAJKOWSKI HANSMEIER L TO 1 st St Easements $11.50 438 43120 530 037829 RAJKOWSKI HANSMEIER L TO Lambert Deed $46.00 101 41610 304 037829 RAJKOWSKI HANSMEIER L TO Criminal matters $3,500.00 101 42120 304 037829 RAJKOWSKI HANS MEIER L TO '90 Mercury $11.50 101 42120 304 037829 RAJKOWSKI HANSMEIER L TO Pondview 9 Dev. $92.00 101 41610 304 037829 RAJ KOWS KI HANSMEIER L TD standard devl $92.00 101 41610 304 037829 RAJKOWSKI HANSMEIER L TO Graceview Dev $241.50 101 41610 304 037829 RAJKOWSKI HANSMEIER L TO Centennial Park $530.00 205 45203 304 037830 RUDOLPH'S INC oil filters, 3 cap $20.76 602 49490 210 037830 RUDOLPH'S INC oil filters, 3 cap $6.92 101 45202 210 037831 SAFETY TRAIN, INC First Aid Books $18.75 601 49440 212 037831 SAFETY TRAIN, INC First Aid Books $18.75 602 49490 212 037831 SAFETY TRAIN, INC First Aid Books $18.75 101 45202 212 037831 SAFETY TRAIN, INC First Aid Books $18.75 101 43120 212 037832 SEH Water treatment $26,381.63 434 49440 530 037833 SPRINT 3 moblie unit $306.60 101 42151 321 037834 ST. CLOUD FIRE EQUIPMENT Fire Extinguisher $66.42 101 45202 212 037834 ST. CLOUD FIRE EQUIPMENT Fire Extinguisher $187.00 105 42220 211 037834 ST. CLOUD FIRE EQUIPMENT Fire $50.06 101 43220 210 037834 ST. CLOUD FIRE EQUIPMENT Fire Extinguisher $66.42 601 49440 212 037834 ST. CLOUD FIRE EQUIPMENT Fire Extinguisher $66.42 101 41942 220 037834 ST. CLOUD FIRE EQUIPMENT Fire Extinguisher $66.41 602 49490 212 037834 ST. CLOUD FIRE EQUIPMENT Fire Extinguisher $66.42 101 43120 212 037834 ST. CLOUD FIRE EQUIPMENT Fire Extinguisher $66.41 101 42120 211 037835 ST. JOSEPH FIRE RELIEF ASSN Team Bldg-Family $794.03 105 42210 432 $1,119,710.86 Attachment: ~ or No REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION DATE: September 21, 2006 Public Works ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT DEP ARTMENT APPROVAL AGENDA ITEM Grass Repair - Authorize the repair of the dead grass at the Water Tower, 2 areas at Memorial Park and the Lift Station at the comer of 7th Avenue SE and E Baker Street with an estimated cost of $4,050.00. PREVIOUS ACTION None RECOMMENDED BOARD ACTION Authorize the repair of the dead grass at the Water Tower, Memorial Park and the East Baker Street Lift Station at an estimated cost of$4,050.00. FISCAL IMP ACT Estimated $4,050.00 Funds to be allocated from the sewer, water and park/general funds. COMMENTS/RECOMMENDA TIONS See Attached To: Mayor Carlbom and City Council Members From: Dick Taufen, Supt of Public Works Date: September 18, 2006 There are numerous areas in the City where the grass died over the summer due to the high temperatures and lack of rain. I have looked at these areas with a landscaper and, he too, agrees that the grass is dead in these areas. The following are the areas where the grass needs to be repaired: · Water Tower . Lift Station at the Comer of ih Avenue SE and Baker Street · Memorial Park (2 areas) S~ 4" 1~. RON SCHRODEN KEVIN SCHRODEN DATE SNOW PLOWING, REMOVAL & DIRT EXCAVATING AND LAWN SEEDING & MAINTENANCE 9324 NOVEMBER DRIVE, ST. JOSEPH, MN 563'74 N~ _ _8956 . PHONE: 363-4221 OR 363-1351 AMOUNT ~(2 dOl-: 7~ /uc*i .. .~ QvO. t; . Attachment: Yes or No REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION Consent Highway Maintenance Agreement DATE: September 21, 2006 ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT DEPARTMENT APPROVAL AGENDA ITEM Highway Agreement - Requested Action: Authorize the Mayor and administrator to execute a Highway Maintenance Agreement between the City of St. Joseph and Stearns County for the 2006 Water Main Improvement. PREVIOUS ACTION The Council has previously awarded the contract to extend the water main from the existing water treatment plant on 1 5t Avenue to the new water filtration plant on County Road 2. The Highway agreement grants the City a utility permit to open trench CR 2. RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION Authorize the Mayor and Administrator to execute the agreement as presented. FISCAL IMPACT COMMENTS/RECOMMENDATIONS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF ST. JOSEPH, MINNESOTA AND STEARNS COUNTY, MINNESOTA Pursuant to a utility permit granted to the City of St. Joseph, Steams County will allow the connection to existing water main in CSAH 2 by open trench method provided the City of St. Joseph agrees to maintain said CSAH 2 in and around the area of the aforementioned utility installation until such time as a joint agreement for reconstruction of this roadway is executed by both parties. The utility installation is located on the north side of CSAH 2 west of 6th Avenue NW. City of St. Joseph County of Stearns Mayor Date Chair of the Steams County Board Date City Administrator Date Steams County Auditor-Treasurer Date I Attachment: Yes orNo REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION Consent Alarm Panel at Sewage Lift Station DATE: September 21, 2006 Wastewater ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT DEPARTMENT APPROVAL AGENDA ITEM Alarm Panel Replacement - Requested Action: Approve the replacement of the alarm panel at the Main Lift station at an estimated cost of $ 3,315.00. PREVIOUS ACTION RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION Authorize the expenditure of approximately $ 3,315 to be expended from the Sewer Fund FISCAL IMP ACT $ 3,315.00 COMMENTS/RECOMMENDATIONS The City has been experiencing problems with the main dialer since it has been installed. At this time the parts are difficult to find. Jim Marthaler is recommending replacement of the dialer. The dialer will be funded through the Sewer Fund. COLD~SPRING 1E.t-IECTRIC E~~IAN" CONTRACTING - GENERATORS "'- SERVICE 16994 County Road 158 Cold Spring, Minnesota 56320 Telephone: 320/685-3863 FAX: 320/685-3371 September 15, 2006 Mr. Jim Marthaler CityofSt. Joseph PO Box 668 St. Joseph, MN 56374 RE: ALARM PANEL AT SEW AGE LIFT STATION Dear Sirs, The following is our proposal to repair the Bentec Alarm panel in the pumping station. We would replace the failed and obsolete processor with a new Allen Bradley Micrologix processor. The new processor would be pre- programmed, installed and checked out. We would provide documentation and training. This unit would have a one-year warranty. PROPOSED PRICE $3,315.00 Please let me know if you have any questions. Sincerely, J~~;; JUy ~. ~~ A. M~l;i SAM/kvs I Attachment: Yes or No REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION Consent Interim Use Permit - Kalkman DATE: September 21, 2006 ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT DEPARTMENT APPROVAL AGENDA ITEM Interim Use Permit - Requested Action: Accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission and grant an Interim Use Permit to Kathryn and John Kalkman, 209 E. MN Street. PREVIOUS ACTION The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on September 5, 2006 and considered the re- issuance of an Interim Use Permit for John and Kathryn (Katie) Kalkman. At the public hearing adjoining property owners expressed concern about the number of residents residing at the home. Kalkman stated that occupancy is limited to four - 2 Kalkman and 2 others. Kalkman also stated that occasionally friends will stay overnight creating additional cars. The Planning Commission accepted the attached findings recommending annual review oftheUse RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION Approve as recommended by the Planning Commission FISCAL IMP ACT COMMENTS/RECOMMENDA TIONS Kalkman Interim Use Permit Draft Public Hearing Minutes - September 5, 2006 Public Hearinq - Interim Use Permit, Kathrvn Kalkman: Utsch called the public hearing to order and stated that the purpose of the hearing is to consider an Interim Use Permit to allow an owner occupied rental unit in a R1, Single Family Zoning District. The property is located at 209 Minnesota Street E. S1. Joseph Code of Ordinances 52.27, subd. 5 allows for an Interim Use permit as follows: Residential rental provided the unit is owner occupied and provided that rooms rented does not contain separated kitchen facilities and is not intended for use as an independent residence. For purposes of establishing if the property is owner occupied, the owner must be a natural person and the owner occupying the property as his or her principal residence must owner a fifty percent (50%) or greater interest in the property. Kathryn Kalkman, 209 E.Minnesota Street, St. Joseph submitted the request for Interim Use. Katie (Kathryn) Kalkman approached the commissioners and stated that she lives at 209 E Minnesota Street and she would like to rent out two units in her house. The public hearing was opened. Nettie Pfannenstein, 208 E Ash Street, approached the commissioners to read a letter from Dick and Joyce Stock in opposition to the request for an Interim Use Permit, as they were unable to attend the hearing. Pfannenstein also spoke in opposition to the request on her behalf. She stated that she lives behind the Kalkman residence and, although she has no complaints regarding noise or poor upkeep of the residence, she has some questions that she would like clarification of. · Is Katie Kalkman still a student at the College of St. Benedict? If so, when does she graduate? · How many years will the permit be valid if approved? · Will the sister remain living there and does she own 50% or more interest in the home? · How many are allowed in the house? How does the City enforce the number of people living there based on the definition of "family" as noted in the Ordinance? Pfannenstein stated that she has visited with these residents and there appear to be 4 people living in the house to include Katie, her sister and two unrelated female tenants. She also questioned the young man who appears to be living at the house as well and whether or not there are actually 5 people in the house. Roger Beuning, 120 E Minnesota Street, also approached the commissioners in opposition to the request. He stated that the neighbors are invited to these meetings to state their concerns with issues like these and yet, the City does not listen to them. He questioned why she needs to re- new the license at this time. No one else wished to speak and the hearing was closed at 7:15 PM. Weyrens advised the commissioners that Kalkman previously held an Interim Use Permit for her property at 209 E Minnesota Street; however, when she originally applied for the permit, she stated that she only needed it for three years. As a result, the permit was issued with a sunset of 2006. She is now requesting to extend her Interim Use Permit. Loso verified that these permits are reviewed annually to determine whether or not they still meet the required criteria for the permit. Kalkman stated that she does indeed live at the home; however she works at an apartment building in Sartell. She stated that her sister, who graduates in December, lives with her along with two other roomates. Utsch mentioned that there was only one complaint at this residence during the past three years. He also advised Kalkman that they couldn't block the sidewalks with Kalkman Interim Use Permit Draft Public Hearing Minutes - September 5, 2006 cars. Kalinowski questioned how long she is requesting this permit for. Kalkman stated that they are only requesting a permit for a year at this time. After commissioner discussion, Utsch advised Kalkman that if there were a change of ownership, the permit would be terminated. He also stated that the owner must occupy the residence. According to Utsch, this house has not yet had a rental inspection for 2007. Kalinowski made a motion to accept the resolution of findings to approve the Interim Use Permit for Kathryn Kalkman at 209 Minnesota Street E for a period of 1-year contingent upon an inspection by the City rental inspector. The motion was seconded by Loso and passed unanimously. I Attachment: Yes or No REQUEST FOR PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION Interim Use Permit DATE: September 5, 2006 AGENDA ITEM Public Hearing- Interim Use Permit, Owner Occupied Rental Kathryn Kallanan, 209 East Minnesota Street PREVIOUS ACTION In2003 the Planning Commission considered the Interim Use request of Kathryn Kallanan to allow an owner occupied rental property in a Rl Zoning District. At the public hearing Kalkman stated that they only needed the Interim Use Permit for three years. Therefore, when the IP was issued, it included a sunset of 2006. Therefore, this year the property was not eligible for a rental license. Since that time Kallanan has requested to extend the IP. Since the sunsetprovision was a contingency, the property owner must complete a new hearing process to continue with an Interim Use Permit. RECOMMENDED PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION Provided that Kathryn is residing at the home, recommend the Council approve the Interim Use Permit as requested. COMMENTS/RECOMMENDA TIONS In reviewing the police records for the IP term, only one incident has been documented and is included in your packet. The City Office has also received a complaint that Kathryn is no longer residing at the residence as her sister has taken her place. I contacted Kathryn and she indicted that she still is residing at the residence. The Planning Commission may wish to confirm that she is in fact still living in the home at 209 East Minnesota Street. Resolution offinding The request of Kathryn Kalkman for an Interim Use Permit request came before the Planning Commission at a public hearing held on September 5,2006. The purpose of the hearing was to consider issuance of an Interim Use Permit to allow an owner occupied rental unit ina R1 Zoning District. The property is legally described as Lot 012 Block 001 Eastern Park Addition according to the plat and survey thereof on file and of record in the Office of the County Recorder in and for the County of Stearns and State of Minnesota located at 209 East Minnesota Street. S1. Joseph Code of Ordinances 52.27. subd 5 allbws for an Interim Use permit as follows: Residential rental provided the unit is owner occupied and provided the room (s) rented does not contain separate kitchen facilities and is not intended for use as an independent residence. For purposesof establishing if the property is owner occupied, the owner must be a natural person and the owner occupying the property as his or her principal residence and must own a fifty percent (50%) or greater interest in the property. The request for Interim Use has been submitted by Kathryn Kalkman, 209 East Minnesota Street; St. Joseph MN 56374. Notice of this matter was duly served and published. In consideration of the information presented to the Planning Commission and its application to the Comprehensive Plan and Ordinances of the City of S1. Joseph, the Planning Commission makes the following findings: The proposed use is consistent with the standards for granting an Interim Use Permit, St. Joseph Code of Ordinances 52.07.04 Therefore, based on the above findings, the Planning Commission makes the following recommendation: Approval of the Interim Use Permit to allow an owner occupied rental unit in a R1 Zoning District with the following contingencies: 1. The rental license in non-transferable and if the property is sold or the ownership changes so that the aforementioned no longer owns a 50% or greater interest in the property the Interim Use Permit is null and void. 2. Approval of the Rental Housing Inspector 3. The Planning Commission will review the license annually and revoke the license if the property is in violation of the St. Joseph Code of Ordinances. 4. The City Office will place a notice in the St. Joseph Newsleader when the owner occupied rental licenses are reviewed and will accept public comments. The motion passed unanimously. Gary Utsch, Chair ATTEST Judy Weyrens, Administrator Administrdtor ludy Weyrens MdYor Richdrd Cdrlbom Councilors AI R.assier Ross R.ieke Renee Symanietz Dale Wick .. . ~CITYOf ST. JOSEPH \\'I\\'I\\'I.cityofstjoseph.com ' " City of St. Joseph Public Hearing The Planning Commission for the City oiSt. Joseph win conduct a public hearing on Tuesday,' September 5,2006 at 7:00 PM in the S1. Joseph City Hall. The purpose of the hea;ring is to consider an Interim Use Permit to allow an owner oc, cupied rental ~~' ,ik a Rl, Single Family Zoning District. The \ ~ property is located at 209., esotaSt. E. S1. Joseph Code of Ordinances 52.27, subd 5 allows for an Interim Use permit as follows: Residential rental provided the unit is owner occupied and provided the room(s) rented does not contain separated kitchen facilities and is not intended for use as an independent residence. For purposes of establishing if the property is owner occupied, the owner must a natural person and the owner occupying the ~!op~as his. or her principal residence must own a fifty percent (50%) or /' grat~nterest In the property. \ -'.' '..",~ Kathryn Kallcman, 209 E. Minnesota St., St. Joseph MN 56374, have submitted the request for Interim Use. 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APPLICATION FOR INTERIM USE PERMIT CITY OF ST. JOSEPH 25 College Avenue NW P. O. Box 668 St. Joseph, MN 56374 (320)363-7201 or Fax (320)363-0342 Fee $ Paid Receipt # Date STATE OF MINNESOTA) )ss COUNTY OF STEARNS) NAME: t<(\'~h V '-I \'~). \ KC \ \L(')"' ,-: '<-\ . ^-- \. / ' I..v....~ PHONE: (3~o) 33'2)'';~ E:Y:.)C) ,'] r-, Ci ADDRESS: <?, ",/ i L;. ~\A\.'n n. 5+-. ~;+.. ,J(;<:,~'e.Dh. fv'\;..J '01.:::13-1.4- , IIWe, the undersi!,'Tled, hereby make the following application to the City Council and Planning Commission of the City of St. Joseph, Stearns County, Minnesota. (Applicants have the responsibility of checking all applicable ordinances pertaining to .their application, and complying with all ordinance requirements): . I. (',lAA-V"'Gh+ '-Tr\ -tV": (; 2, Legal description ofland to be affected by application, including acreage or square footage ofland involved, and street address, if any(attach~dditi~nalspeetif~,e~ess~ry): 'll~t- P~i ia:r,,\! \;" LO'i)(;, 4+h O(\AI hC,F\ " . "" O. I {J. 0, (C ()l) <;:.) ''-'n{'i C. v\ '\ c, c:+- - c.... 'A j 3. Present zoning of the above described property is: 12\ ~\y\.O\!P '\ :-;'(\1'\'\\ I,! ~ c;\ At'rrh/.d , t ~. 4. Na!)1e a~d address ofth~ p:eserit o"Yl1er oft~~ above described property is: \L(:,.t\--f It!) \~'Y\{U'l l.()Cl ~ .f\A.\\IHU S1J\(:\ . S-tY-t'.-€/-r! <.'1. .~(,(e.er,. I\Ah..l :50 a1-4' Co. O\.,\JrU...Y ~ John ILa-lv-tnLI.YI . . . 5. Is the proposed use compatible with present and futureland uses of the area? Please explain: if> c;: - .~. ~'lr:l 1':1'1 P4 I , 6. Will the proposed use depreciate the area'in which it is proposed? Please explain: t.....;?) 7. Can.t~le!roposed use be accommodated with existing City service without overburdening the system? Explain: . \.! -( -') I \i if, .. .~ 8. Are local streets capable of handling traffic which is generated by the proposed use? Please explain: City of St. Joseph Required Material Submission Interim Use Material Completed applications for Interim Use requests and required fees shal1 be submitted the City ofSt. Joseph Zoning Administrator at least 20 days prior to the proposed date of consideration by the City. The twenty days al10ws the City to review the application, forward the application to other entities for review as required and notify the public as required. Only completed applications wil1 be accepted. It is the applicant's responsibility to submit required materials. If an application is determined to be incomplete, notification, which indicates which portion of the application is incomplete, will be mailed to the applicant within 10 days fol1owing submission of the application. , REQUIRED MATERIALS - The applicant shall provide the following: Material Required Complete Comments 1. Additional written or graphic data reasonably required by the Zoning Administrator or the Planning Commission as described below: YES NO All applications must include a narrative ofthe special use request. The Interiml use application must be completed in its entirety including the reasons as to why the Planning Commission and City Council should approve the request. 2. Complete Names and addresses of al1 property owners within 350 feet of the subject parcel and mailing labels. ......- ~) NO 3. Required Fee. $200.00 YES NO NOTE: The labels can be obtained from the Stearns County Auditors Office, 320-656-3900. The labels must contain ail property owners within 350 feet ofthe perimeter of ail sides ofthe property. ~OOl I t/Uf1. tiLLiNl. AhidJii:tvlAT.HJN '1\1 ~IlliUl''; pfUmp~ Jlr(l'~S~illl~ nmk~ u Ctl~ Qf Ihis l'~gc alid submit will, form M I PIt ( io~~CA'I'lOl\l NO;; RS4.53660.c.ma ) lI' \lti~ h,,~ i~ ch~ckcd, )"11.1 "we dclil1l!uCIl! (.."m;. 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S ST CLOUD MN 56301-9013 1,1.1..111'" 11.I1.IIII1IU.I..n 11111 11111 11111 11111 I! II r.I,1 (~~,C-"'-:,".~,~!l$.' ','i-,. o~ tJ.i'\.' BILL t! TAXPAVEifl t! 45222 82913 0107 :13830 /' RANDY R. SCHREIFELS STEARNS COUNTY AUDI'roR-TREASUREIl AOMINIS'l'Ri\TION CHNTER RM, U6 1'.0. HOX 728 ST. CWUD. M~J.56302..0m 320,656..3870 200S 2006 '\ 'New improvementsl Expired Exclusions: E~imated Markot Value: I TexablQ Market Value: l _a- C PARCEl.. " IOENTlFICATlON NO.: R84.53660.000 ) DESC: Sec:MO Twp-1.24 Ri!I{lge-029 LOSO'S 4TH ADD Lot-012 Block.OO1 5,200 104,700 99,500 RES: IiSTD . 112,600 112,600 REs.. HSTD ) / o 1. Use il1ia 3mOUlllOll Form Ml PR to 000 it you'l1lllllgible for a property IlIlC refUJ1d. ' FlIG by August 15. If Box is checked, you owe deUnquenl tllXell and are not eli{lible ....,."..,., , 2. 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PROPERlY TAX AND SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS. $ 18"", nt$5ll.ooor ~ mw;tbo I".id hI full.lfYllll !NI)' .l'lIIr hlXl.'S late, you ",III b. dll11'Jletl a ~Ily. !;t,,~ bllCK fur 111 It . 806.00 2,148,58 1;559.73 282.86 0.00 8Q6..00 361.19 0.00 330.213 0,00 131.56 76.44 9.61 2.98 0.00 0.00 0.00 900.00 6.00 812..00 Pay thi$ amQunt no l:IIter than: MAY 15 Pay thl$ amount I1Q l~tE!lr than: OC'iOaeR 1 S YO!J may be eliglbla for 01'>/) Or even lwO rslunris to reduce your property lax, /'lead tl'\o bad< of 1his slatemonllo floo out hOlly to apply. $ 1 f 112..00 s 3,040,86 1,867.60 271.00 0.00 i ,112.00 <<; 417.94 0,00 . 428.22 0.00 149.3$ 108.60 4.76 S.1~ C.OQ 0.00 0.00 'M12.00 10.00 $I $ t $ 1,122.00 ) 581,00 661,0\) RMS Report v/ Case Number: 04800624 erted By: Officer Assigned: JOHNSON Badge Number: 7711 Supervisor Approval: How Rec'd: RADIO TYPE OF OFFENSE S):-INCIDENT CLASSIFICA nON L ~ 3. BURNING COMPLAINT Date Reported: 04/14/04 Level of Offense: o p, Mlsd. 0 Misd. 0 G.Misd. 0 Felony Date Incfe!ent Occurred: 04/14/04 Time Cleared: 2300 Level of Offense: o P. Misd. 0 Misd. 0 G. Misd. 0 Felony Location of Incident: 209 MINNESOTA STREET EAST Time Reported: 2235 'i\::' ?~ :. ""'"f.l?'" AsSisting Officer(s): 7702 ':PARTICIP.A.NT#l.18l COMP 0 VICTIM 6SUSPECT,i:'O WITNESS OMENTIONED 0 JUVENILE OM DiF Name (Last, First, Middle) Date of Birth: D/L #: State: PFANNENSTEIN, JEANETTE EVA 11/14/41 P-552-385-238-873 MN Street Address: 208 ASH STREET EJI.sT City, State, ZIP: ST JOSEPH, MN 56374 Eyes: Hgt: Arrested: Citation #: License Plate Number: Color of Vehicle: Vin#: ::vE'8fciLEt#Z(f License Plate Number: MaKe: Color of Vehicle: Vin#: : .N.A.RRAiiVa~(M~I{E{siJre~:toTiQdudea'ny'propertY)" . CALLED TO CHECK BURNING COMPLAINT. FOUND KALKMAN AND FRIENDS SITTING BY A FIRE IN A OUTDOOR FIREPLACE. PFANNENSTEIN WAS CONCERNED AS.THE GRASS IN THE AREA WAS DRY. SPOKE WITH KALKMAN AS ADVISED THAT THE FIRE BE KEPT SMALL TO AVOID AN ACIDENTAL GRASS FIRE. KALKMAN AGREED. CLEAR. ':; ':,: .l:-'!t=t:r~q:~~h-.;;; . ".:r ": ". ,;,~':~:'..~.' ::, , - ,-, .',-;: ;~~'..\;_;' ':-:}f:':~i;}.~:t.~.. - . - '. o Yes 0 No Signature (when required): mp, Parent, Guardian) City of Sit. Joseph Development Routing FO:rID Site Plan Submitted (Date): Developer: Planning Commission (Date): (Anticipated Agenda date) 1> f n\o(p t4.\~~o~~1ies Date Plan is Routed To Appropriate Department '1)1(1 \0" $ { 2S('O~ Comrnents to be returned by Project Type _ Preliminary Plat Final Plat PUD _B] Development _ B2 Development B3 Development _ 12 Development Industrial vi Rl Development R2 Development _ R3 Development E-E Departments for which comments are requested: V City Engineer V Public Works ~ Building inspector _ City Attorney Fire Chief EDA Please review the attached development plans and submit written comments by the date indicated above. This fonn must be returned to the City Office by the date stated above. If you do not nny concerns please indicate so 011 the line provided below. ~~~~:7;f:m.~ . ({ ,/ #-2&>-&6 Date I Attachment: Yes or No REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION Special Use Permit - Crystal Heller DATE: September 21, 2006 ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT DEPARTMENT APPROVAL AGENDA ITEM Special Use Permit - Cyrstal Heller, Indoor Recreation Use PREVIOUS ACTION The Planning Commission conducted the public hearing on September 5,2005 to consider a Special Use Permit to allow an Indoor Recreational Use in the Industrial Park. Crystal Heller is proposing to operate a business that is an interactive inflatable center. The business would cater to children between the ages of 4 and 12 and includes Ia:rge inflatable devices for the children to play in. The inflatable devices require a ceiling height of 20 feet and typically these are only found in industrial parks. In researching the type of business they are located in Industrial Parks. RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION Accept the recommendation and findings of the Planning Commission and grant a Special Use Permit to Crystal Heller to operate an Indoor Recreation Facility. FISCAL IMP ACT COMMENTS/RECOMMENDATIONS Special Use Permit - Indoor Recreation Draft Public Hearing l\1inutes - September 5, 2006 Public Hearinq _ Special Use Permit, Crvstal Heller: Utsch opened the hearing by stating that the purpose of the hearing is to consider a special use permit to allow an indoor recreational facility in an industrial Zoning District. The property is legally described as Lot 3 Block 1 Buettner Business Park 2. Crystal Heller, 1002 Brook Court, Sauk Rapids submitted the request for special use. Crystal Heller approached the Commissioners to give a brief idea of what Bounce Depot Inc is. Heller stated that it is an interactive inflatable fun center. Generally, this facility would be used for parties; however there will be some open playtime as well. According to Heller, two parties may be booked simultaneously as one could be in the bounce arena while the other is using the party room. The groups are allowed 1 hour in the bounce arena and 45 minutes in the party room. Heller mentioned that pizza and cake could be catered in if requested. The hours will be as follows: Tuesday - Thursday Friday - Saturday Sunday Noon - 8:00 PM Noon - 10:00 PM Noon - 8:00 pM The hearing was closed at 7:55 PM, as there was no one present who wished to speak. There were several questions raised by the Commissioners. . Weyrens questioned the target age for those who will use the facility. Heller stated that the children would most likely be between the ages of 4 and 12. . Loso raised the question as to how many children can be in each group. According to Heller, there are 10 children allowed in each group. . Lesnick also raised the question as to whether or not beverages will be available for the children to which Heller stated there would be a vending machine and a drinking fountain available. . There were several questions raised by the commissioners as to whether or not there will be a lot of traffic as a result of the facility. Heller stated that many of the children would arrive in groups, as they will be there for a party. Most of these parties will occur on evenings and weekends and since most of the children are not of driving age, traffic will not be a problem. Rassier questioned whether or not they meet the site requirements to which Judy stated there is plenty of parking and they will need to show parking on their building permit application. . Heller stated that there would be public playtime offered for 2 hours/day. She also stated that there are only 25 people allowed in the party rooms at one time and 25 in the bounce arena at one given time. . Rassier questioned the number of employees to which Heller stated there would be 5 others beside herself. . In reference to the building, Loso questioned how long they would be leasing the space for. Heller explained that they have signed a 5-year lease. Loso suggested that the Special Use Permit be reviewed annually to determine compatibility with the neighboring businesses. Loso made a motion to accept the findings of fact with the additional contingency that the permit be reviewed annually and recommend that the Council approve the Special Use Permit to aliow an Indoor Recreation Use in an Industrial Zoning District. The motion was seconded by Kalinowski and passed unanimously. I Attachment: Yes or No REQUEST FOR PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION Special Use Permit Indoor Recreation Use DATE: September 5, 2006 AGENDA ITEM Public Hearing - Public Hearing, Crystal Heller Special Use Permit, Indoor Recreation PREVIOUS ACTION The Planning Commission in August indicated that they would consider allowing the business use via a Special Use Permit. RECOMMENDED PLANNING COlv1MISSION ACTION Recommend the Council approve the Special Use Permit as requested. COM1\1ENTS/RECOMME1IDATIONS See comments from P,-on VI asmond .~. C..J~ ~,-j l~ ~ w~:tw. cityofstjoseph .com CITY Of STb JOSEPH Public Hearing City of St. Joseph Adrninistrdtor Judy ~eyrens The Planning Commission for the City ofSt. Joseph will be conducting a public hearing on Tuesday, September 5, 2006 at 7:30 PM. The purpose of the hearing is to consider a special use pennit to allow an indoor recreational facility in an Industrial Zoning District. The property is legally described as Lot 3 Block 1 Buettner Business Park 2. MdYor Ridldrd Cdf!born The request for special use has been submitted by Crystal Heller, 1002 Brook Court, Sauk Rapids, Ml'\f 56379. Councilors AI Kdssier Ross R.ieke Renee Symdnietz r Ddle Wick Project site Judy Weyrens Administrator Publish: August 18, 2006 Note: Sta~e Law requires mailed notice to all property owners within 350 feet of a variance, special use, interim use or rezoning request. 2. '; College A v e n u e Nor t h . PO Box b 6 8 . S di n t. I 0 s e ph, M inn e sot d r b ') 7 4 PhCint -::'20 '56-., 72.0; 'j2,o')b).Oj42. Resolution of finding The rl?quest of Cyrsta! Heller for a Special Use request came before the Planning Commission at a public hearing held on September 5, 2006. The purpose of the hearing was to consider issuance of a Special Use Permit to allow an Indoor Recreation Use in an Industrial Zoning District. S1. Joseph Code of 52.34 subdivision 4 (q) allows for Indoor Recreation. The request for Special Use has been submitted by Cyrstal Heller 1002 Brook Court, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379. Notice of this matter was duly served and published. In consideration of the .information presented to the Planning Commission and its application to the Comprehensive Plan and Ordinances of the City of S1. Joseph, the Planning Commission makes the following findings: The proposed use is consistent with the standards for granting a special use permit, St. Joseon Code of Ordinances 52.9 Therefore, based on the above findings, the Planning Commission makes the following recommendation: Approval of the Special Use Permit to allow Industrial warehousing a Highway Business Zoning District with the following contingencies: 1. Outdoor Play areas will be prohibited 2. Compliance with all local building and site plan requirements, including all provisions of the State Building & Fire Codes and State Health Department regulations. 3. All signage will be in compliance with the S1. Joseph Code of Ordinances. 4. The hours of operation are restricted to a closing time of 10:00 PM. APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL USE PERIVHT CITY OF ST. JOSEPH 25 College Avenue NW P. O. Box 668 St. Joseph, MN 56374 (320)363-7201 or Fax (320)363-0342 Fee $ Paid Receipt # Date STATE OF M1NNESOTA ) COUNTY OF STEAI}NS) f ff , . r eC.hLi' NAJ\.fE: L.<"} Lf :J'N ,.,r" i \. "<., -r-- #0 fl / J)erd( . J. lA;1.(!....j / /':' .~ 4"-,,: . ~- i . . i "\ i Ubu..~tt.tll..,. ~\ ~;;tP) \. PHONE: ,,-.j. /' <"''''''0'' L 7",. i_:-"J "j", .' iJ~'l ,-," """ )ss Alnm.ESS: /"bC") 2- n 1'. r';d{)f '\ t:.. ,,-. v . "'" /12, l ( .if) l,.tr""t r' /~ If)^ I \"'t,.. "t I .p..iL. '~f ~C:$I ~ ., ~ 11f~/ 56379 liWe. the undersig.ned, herehy make the j()llowing. application to the City Council and Planning Commission of the City of SI. Joseph. Steams COllnty. Minnesota. (ApplicalH~ have the responsibility of checking all applicable ordinances pertaining to their application and complying with all ordinunce requirements): 1. Application is hereby made for Special Use Permit to conduct the following: --------------- (See Attached Addendum) ..., LegaldescriptJon or land to be affected by appl ication, including acreage or square footage of land involved, and street address, if anv (attach additional sheet if necessary): ( See .Attached Addendum) .._------_.~.-.--~"_...._._---,.".__...__.--_._--_.._------- 3. Present zoning of the above described property is: (See Attached Addendum) 4. Name and address of the present owner of the above described property is: (See Attached Addendum ) 5. Is the proposed usecoll1patible with present and future land uses of the area') Please explain: -----=-~=-~----------~----- (See Attached Addendum) ._-----_.._---_.._._-_.__...~~_._.,---'-_._~_.- 6. W ill the proposed use depreciate the area in which it is proposed? Please explain: -----_..--_._,-.._-_.~--_..__..._--_.".._-_.__._..,----..------ (See Attached Addendum) 7. Can the proposed LIse be accommodated with existing City service without overburdening the system? Explain .----_..-------_._.--_.~.~----'-- g Are local streets capable of handling tratl'ic which is generated by the proposed use? Please explain. h.._'...."._.__..___ .-.-~--_._,-.-.-...,.--..-......-.-..-.---.-.--------.. _____._._.____________.._______________ (See Attached Addendurn) _______________..____._____m___n_ L'j,:>2.; '., :~' ~~,' ~ U q. "i';' 1 J ',.); J r:::~IH A'...'oI.. lb. 'OPIi.l,.. .,d m.d.. ."" ...-r.......... "''''lal''b~'', d... ~.Item~ "l""jll~oo, /1 ,l1 '~' 1 tt- 1 / i4. ;'hl/Jd""# 7J.e:/7g/- "/'-fA."- _ /f ii , I 8/;; J f. 'L :CJ iUV'......",""...c r: 1', ~/' " ,.it '11 ~~ f/i';1I{; - t Date! ' 1f/1 tJ I () l& ~ ( U ). Dol", t<!. II:! ........ ~~'). ()WIlCl1' SigolliU f;: I FOR. OFFICE USE ONLY I DATE APPLICATION SBM<<rn;D: _ -'_ I"A TJ1A>l'lICATlON C MPLI'<Il; _ " i Pil'iflfilnll C'ummlllJlJOJi AI:! ion: _~'" Rec,\mmond Approval _ Recommend DiS14pprovlll ! DlI.tlli AJ)pliCtllltlProp;:rty Wiler notifiBd ofPlwll'Ill'l1; Commission ACiion: Onte of Action -"'-, City Cuuncil Action; _, AjJp~(n'<<S ---.....,. Disll~lprovcd Dille AppllcJtl1l/Propeny Iwncr ni'lllned ot'Clty ('(JUlleil Action: " Dt\te of Aotion ---..,.",- AUG 10,2006 05:53A RICE BUILDING 320 252 0470 F I I II , I I ~j I I j I I I I I I I I ! i i I I page 6 i\PPLICA TION FOR SPECV\L USE PERMIT ADDEl\1DUM Regarding question one: To operate, as an incubator status, a children's party and recreation center by the name of Bounce Depot. Bounce Depot charges a set fee for a birthday party for up to 10 children. Each party receives an hour of play time in the Bounce Arena and 40 minutes in a decorated party room for a total party time of Ihour 40 minutes. The Bounce Arena incorporates 3 large interactive inflatables that include a slide, an obstacle course and a pirate ship combo unit. The majority of our business is conducted after 4pm on weekdays and on weekends for birthday parties and group events. We have two hours a day for open play time and specific day hours available for day care and church or group events. Initially our hours are :from 12pm to Spm Tues- Thursday, Friday 12pm to lOpm, Saturdays 12pm to 10 pm, and Sundays 12pm to 8pm. Regarding question two: We are intending to lease 4,000 square feet of the building located at 700 15th Avenue 81. Joseph, l\.1}J 56374. Regarding question thre.e: The above property is zoned Light Industrial. Regarding question four: John Rice Rice Building Systems 1011 S. Benton Drive Sauk Rapids, Mn 56379-1209 (320) 252-0404 Regarding question five: There is currently a caterer and bakery supplier in t..he front portion ofthis building. This building previously housed Meeting grounds Corporate offices. There is safeshred located to the southwest of this building. Regarding question six: No. Regarding question seven: Regarding question eight: The heaviest traffic load will mainly be after 4 pm and on weekends typically after the close of business for the surrounding facilities. All kids must have a signed waiver and the parent or guardian must sign for the children when they exit and enter the facility. Parking time is therefore limited but there is adequate ~ parking spaces up front (20) as well as additional parking on the side. 1:"CLge I Judy Weyrens From: Karin Tank [Ktank@municipaldevelopmentgroup.com] Sent: Tuesday, August 01, 20064:05 PM To: Judy Weyrens Cc: jfoust@municipaldevelopmentgroup.com; cstrack@municipaldevelopmentgroup.com Subject: Pump It Up Party Research Hi Judy! Joanne asked that I do a little digging into the proposed Pump It Up Party looking to locate in 81. ,Joseph. This particular franchise is located within, Eden Prairie, Burnsville, Ham lake, Oakdale and Plymouth. In Eden Prairie the use is located in either the Industrial or Regional Service Commercial District (the Planner was not certain which), however, in either district the use which 'they classified as a gymnasium or retail is a permitted use within both districts. In Ham Lake, the use is located within a multi-use PUD district and was allowed by conditional use permit. In Burnsvilie, the use is located within the 1-2 (General industrial) district and was aliowed by a conditional permit as Indoor Recreation. If I can provide any further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me. Have a great afternoon!!! Karin Tank Municipal Development Group, Inc. Direct Phone/Fax: 320.554.7499 Cell: 612.501.3301 Corporate: 952.758.7399 Toll Free: 1-888-7MDG-INC www.municipaldevelopmentgroup.com 8/17/2006 Inspectron, Ine : Memo To: From: cc: Judy \Neyrens, City Administrator Ron Wasmund, Building Official Date: Re: September 1, 2006 Bounce Depot, inc STAFF REPORT ApPLICANT: JOHN RICE, OWNER! CRYSTAL HELLER, ApPLICANT ApPLICATION: SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR BOUNCE DEPOT, INC. lOCATION: 700 15TH AVENUE LOT 3, BLOCK 1 BUETINER BUSINESS PARK 2ND ADDITION BACKGROUND: The applicant Crystal Heller of the Bounce Depot, Inc. has requested a Special Use Permit to locate a new business in the S1. Joseph Buettner Business Park at 700 15th Avenue in the Rice Buildings Systems owned by John Rice. The business will occupy 4, 000 S.F. of the building in the unfinished tenant space of the same building formerly occupied by the Meeting Grounds Corporate offices and now Nelson Brothers Bakery. The business will operate a children's party and recreation center, initially proposed to be open 6 days per week with hours of operation ranging from noon until 10:00 p.m. The business, as described by the applicant, will feature three large interactive inflatable devices and a party room facility for group events. The inflatable devices are stated to be of significant height and require a special open ceiling height of approximately 20 feet. This size of a building with a large open ceiling height of this degree is readily available with the subject building. This special ceiling height is not typically available in a retail commercial center, which would normally provide a more accommodating market orientation for a retail/service use such as this. Therefore, it was determined ~ appropriate to consider this use in the Light Industrial District though the Special Use Permit Process in order to accommodate the special needs of the new business. . Page 1 ApPLICABLE SPECIAL USE PERMiTS STANDARDS: The Planning Commission shall recommend a special use permit and the Council shall order the issuance of such permit if the application conforms to the specific standards set forth below, as it would apply to the particular use at the proposed location: 1. Will not be detrimental to or endanger the public health, safety, morais, comfort, convenience or general welfare of the neighborhood or the City. 2. Will be harmonious with the general and applicable specific objectives of the comprehensive plan of the City and this Ordinance. 3. Will be designed, constructed, operated and maintained so as to be harmonious and appropriate in appearance with the existing or intended character of the general vicinity and will not change the essential character of that area. 4. Will not be hazardous or disturbing to existing or future neighboring uses. 5. Will be served adequately by essential pubiic facilities and services, including streets, police and fire protection, drainage structures, refuse disposal, water and sewer systems, and schools. 6. Will not create excessive additional requirements at public cost for public facilities and services and will not be detrimental to the economic welfare of the community. 7. Will not involve uses, activities, processes, materials, equipment and conditions of operation that will be detrimental to any persons, property, or the general welfare because of excessive production of traffic, noise, smoke, fumes, glare, or odors. 8. Will have vehicular approaches to the property which are so designed as not to create traffic congestion or an interference with traffic or surrounding public thoroughfares. 9. Will have adequate facilities to provide sufficient off-street parking and loading space to serve the proposed use. 10. Will not result in the destruction, loss or damage of a natural, scenic, or historic feature of major importance. . PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION ALTERNATIVES: The Planning Commission is required to consider the possibie adverse effects of any proposed special use application and what additional requirements may be necessary to reduce any adverse effects. The Planning Commission can make a recommendation to the City Council for approval, approval with conditions, or for denial. Section 52.07 Subd. 3: (h) sets forth eight conditions the Planning Commission and City Council may impose to meet the standards of the Zoning Ordinance and to protect the best interests of the surrounding area or the City as a whole. The Planning Commission recommendation to the City Council must include findings to support its decision according to State Law. . Page 2 5T AFF FINDINGS: The following findings of fact have been prepared by staff for consideration by the Planning Commission on this application: 1 . The proposed use will not be detrimental and will serve to promote the overall welfare of the community by providing a unique recreational opportunity for family recreation. 2. The proposed use if approved, will promote the overall economic goals and objectives of the St. Joseph Comprehensive Plan by encouraging the start up of a new business within the community; and with a market reach which will serve to attract visitors from the larger regional area. It will also serve to occupy an existing structure and promote the occupancy of an existing building which has already completed a thorough site plan review and improvement process. 3. The intended use is compatible with the Light industrial District in that it will be a destination location, in particular through pre-advanced reservations, and will not rely upon drive-by or convenience retail type traffic to change the character of the district. The use will be compatible with the area. 4. There are adequate infrastructure services existing to serve the use. 5. There will not be an anticipated impact on traffic movements to the area and there appears to be adequate existing off-street parking to serve the business and neighboring uses in the multi-tenant facility. STAFF COMMENTS: The proposed use of this building in the industrial district for a family recreational center would appear to be a good fit for the use of this facility. The placement of these types of uses, such as specialty recreational, exercise and training facilities in industrial and office park districts is a common trend nation wide. We do not anticipate any. issues with the proposed special use of this business in the building, provided all necessary building, fire and health department regulations can be adequately met and the business can comply with the City's sign regulations for the Liaht Industrial District ...., STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the special use permit for BOUNCE DEPOT, INC. at 700 15th Avenue - Lot 3, Block 1 Buettner Business Park 2nd Addition Subject to the following conditions: 1 . Compliance with all local building & site plan requirements, including all provisions of the State Building & Fire Codes and State Health Department Regulations. II Page 3 2. All signage for the proposed use be in compliance with the City of St. Joseph's sign regulations. 3. The hours of operation are restricted to a closing time of 10:00 p.m. for all use of the facility. 4. The petitioner shall be subject to a review of the Special Use Permit within one year of final approval by City Staff for compliance with the conditions of this request, as may be approved. The review will involve a check to assure compliance with the City of St. Joseph Zoning Ordinance, including parking, signage, and all other applicable laws of the City. A written summary of the review will be provided on an informational basis only for the Planning Commission and City Council, provided there is full compliance with the terms of the Special Use Permit. f; Page 4 Cit:f of St. Joseph Development Routing Form Site Plan Submitted (Date): Developer: Planning Commission (Date): (Anticipated Agt:nda date) Date Plan is Routed To Appropriate Department <t\ ninb ______-1{ z..g,fclIP Comlnents to be retmned by Proj~)ct Type Final Plat _ B 1 Development _ B2 Development Industrial _,__,___ Prelim inary Plat PUD E-E ,___,_", B3 Development _.___,_~I] Development ______ R 1 Development __ R2 Development __..,__ R3 Development Departments for which comments are requested: City Engineet _,.'v/ Public Works Building Inspector City Attorney Fire Chief EDA Please review the attached developnwnt plans and submit written comments by the date indicated above, This {<)fill must be; retumed to the City Office by the date stated above. If you do not ha.veany concerns please indicateso on the line provided below. NO .d?41fj1 i~ <11ft:. ~".h..,_~ . " ' ~~~ ~/51()(/ Date Cil'y of St Joseph Development Routnng Form Site Plan Submitted (Date): b( \\ lOb ~iA\ev' ffO~-\1.~' 1lc-/ob , Developer: Planning Commission (Date): (Anticipated Agenda date) Date Plan is Routed To Appropriate Department -" r ~, 6,~ ~ r, -$,] U 1\ f,', a;> \: ~ ~ ~ v10 ~iZ!5Id~ Comments to be returned by Pro.~ed Type ___ Preliminary Plat Final PIat _ B J Development _ B2 Development .., \ )' ~ maUSTnal R 1 Development PUD E-E B3 Development '/n Development R2 Development _ R3 Development 'V/ Citv Elwineer --; ~ 0 --1L- Cit:v Attorney Departments for 'which comments are requested: ,,/ . , D 'b" W < v < U IfcorKs Fire C-hief ../' Building Inspector v"'/" EDA h~/ F/ ,/ ~ ~j(~, ....... no, / uepfu'iment i:JHmRHlre , ~/I ~ -? r::>- ...c7. - to-?O ~ Date I. Attachment: Yes or No REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION Ordinance Amendment - Industrial Zoning DATE: September 21, 2006 ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT DEPARTMENT APPROVAL AGEJ'IDA ITEM Ordinance Amendment - Industrial Zoning District PREVIOUS ACTION The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on September 5, 2006 to consider an amendment to the Industrial Zoning District. The amendment adds a provision whereby Indoor Recreation is listed as a Special Use business. The Plalming Commission is recommending approval of the amendment with the inclusion requiring the petitioner to provide evidence that the use is consistent with the Special Use provisions outlined in St. Joseph Code of Ordintmces 52.07 Subd. 03. RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION Accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission and amend the Industrial Zoning District. FISCAL I1\1P ACT COMM:ENTS/RECOMMENDATIONS Oniinance Amend.ment - Special Use Draft Public Hearing Minutes - September 5~ 2006 Public Hearinq - Ordinance Amendment. Indoor Recreational Use: Utsch called the Public Hearing to order and stated that the purpose of the hearing is to consider an amendment of the Industrial Zoning District, adding a provision forrecreational use. Weyrens suggested that this be added as a use under a Special Use Permit. The commissioners may want to consider the following: 1. If an indoor recreational facility is allowed, then there shall be no outside recreational items at that facility. 2. A limit on the hours to include a reasonable closing time. The hearing was opened to the public and closed at 7:40 PM, as there was no one present who wished to speak. Utsch began the discussion by stating that he sees no problem with this type of use in the Industrial Park. Kalinowski agreed and stated that limiting the hours to 10:00 PM would seem reasonable for this type of facility. Rassier, on the other hand, stated that he does not think that recreational facilities belong in the Industrial Park. Loso mentioned that allowing this type of use as a Special Use would allow the Planning Commission to have authority over what type of business is approved. Weyrens suggested that the amendment read as follows: g. Indoor Recreation to include gymnasiums and health/fitness clubs, provided that the . petitioner provides evidence that the proposed use is consistent with S1. Joseph Code of Ordinances 52.07 Subd.. 3. Loso made a motion to approve the proposed amendment as follows: g. Indoor Recreation to include gymnasiums and health/fitness clubs, provided that the petitioner provides evidence that the proposed use is consistent with St. Joseph Code of Ordinances 52.07 Subd. 3. The motion was seconded by Kalinowski and passed unanimously. Attachment: Yes orNo REQUEST FOR PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION Ordinance Amendment DATE: September 5, 2006 AGENDA ITEM Public Hearing - Ordinance Amendment Indoor Recreation Use PREVIOUS ACTION The Planning Commission in August considered the request of Crystal Heller to allow the operation of a indoor recreation use in the Industrial Park. The Ordinance did not provide for such a use in the Industrial Park. When staff reviewed the request, it was determined that other municipalities do allow the facilities in fudustrial Parlcs. The Planning Commission in August indicated that they would consider allowing the business use via a Special Use Pem1it. As staff reviewed the request, it was determined the best manner to allow such a request is to amend the Industrial Zoning District adding a provision under Special Uses that would Recreational Uses. RECOMMENDED PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION Recommend the Council amend section 52.34 subd. 4 adding (g) Indoor Recreational Use. COMMENTS/RECOMMENDATIONS Public. Hearing City of St. Joseph The Planning Commission for the City of S1. Joseph will be conducting a public hearing on Tuesday, September 5,2006 at 7:25 PM. The purpose of the hearing is to consider amendment of the Industrial Zoning District, adding a provision for indoor recreational use. All persons wishing to be heard will be heard and oral testimony is limited to five minutes. Written testimony should be mailed to the City of S1. Joseph; PO Box 668; S1. Joseph MN 56374. Judy Weyrens Administrator Publish: August 18, 2006 ORDINAJ\ICE 52 - ZONThTG ORDINANCE )(' r t? \ g. Indoor Recreation to include gymnasiums and health/fitness c1ubs~J~w\e:~~~,2;t1, All recreational activities are conducted within the facility. Outdoor play areas shall be prohibited. / / C; ,k,,,l/< y-.. ! U t>'li\ ,./".~t/!:!r/~jk'\,l: Subd.5: Lot Area Requirements. Minimum Lot Size: One (1) acre (43,560 squ3Te feet). Minimum lot width one hundred (100) feet. Subd.6: Setback Requirements. No part ofthe structure including footings, soffits, gutters or other overhangs shall encroach on easement areas. Front Yard Setbacks. a) Front yard setback shall be thirty (30) feet from the lot line. On comer lots, the setback from all lot lines abutting a street shall be thirty (30) feet. When an industrial district lot is separated from a residential zone by a city street, the setback from the lot line shall be one hundred (100) feet. b) Front yards abutting any roadway: the setback shall be landscaped as in accordance to the requirements of any applicable protective covenants alld such reasonable requirements as established by the Planning Commission, and shall not be used for parking. Side Yard Setbacks. a) Side yard setback shall be at least twenty-five (25) feet from the lot line. Development occurring on lots platted prior to Janilary 1, 1999 shall be subject to the ten foot side yard setback requirement in effect at the time of platting. b) A Light Industrial District side yard adj acent to a residential boundary line shall provide for a la...l1dscaped strip of at least sixty (60) feet in width along the lot boundary line. A portion of this landscaped strip shall be planted to provide a screen. The governing body may require additional side yard setback in these cases. When such additional width is required, such additional width shall not exceed one hundred (100) feet and paring in this area will be permitted. c) Side yard boarding upon any roadway: the setback shall be landscaped in accordance with any appiicable protective covenants and such reasonable requirements as established by the Planning Commission. Rear Yard Setback. a) Rear yard setback shall be at least twenty (20) feet, which may be used for parking. 52.34-6 I I Attachment: Yes or No REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION Bio-Science Initiative DATE: September 21, 2006 ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT DEP ARTMENT APPROVAL . AGENDA ITEM Bio-Science Initiative, Tom Moore PREVIOUS ACTION Tom Moore, representing the St. Cloud Area Partnership, appeared before the Area Cities at the Intergovernmental meeting on August 29,2006 to discuss a Bio-Science initiative. The presentation included potential funding for establishing bio-science district. Moore suggested the area Cities submit a regional grant application that would allow Bio-Science zones in each municipality. It was the general consensus ofthe Cities present to refer this matter to the City Administrators for continuing discussion. RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION Adopt Resolution 2006-028 as included in the packet. FISCAL IMPACT COMMENTS/RECOMMENDATIONS Since the Intergovernmental meeting the area Administrators and/or Planners met twice to discuss a joint grant application. The Administrators are recommending the six area Cities submit a joint application creating a Bio-Science Zone with each City being a sub-zone. To further discuss the project, Tom Moore will be present at the Council meeting. The submittal deadline for the grant application is October 15, 2006. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-028 RESOLUTION AUTHORZING THE JOINT APPLCIATION FOR THE FORMATION OF BIOSCIENCE ZONE WHEREAS, The Minnesota legislature found in Minnesota Session Laws 2003, 1 st Special Session, Chapter 21, Article 2, as a matter of public policy, that biotechnology and the health sciences hold immense(promise in improving the quality of our lives, including curing diseases, making our foods safer and more abundant, reducing our dependence on fossil fuels and foreign oil, making better of Minnesota agricultural products, and growing tensofthousands of new, high paying jobs. WHEREAS, the Minnesota Legislature Minnesota Session Laws 2006 Regular Session Chamber 276 (S.F. No. 3260) granted to the MinnesotaDepartment of Employment and Economic development the authority, collaboration with the Minnesota Department of Review and the Office of Strategic and Long Range Planning, to designate one or more Biotechnology and Health Sciences Industry Zones. WHEREAS, the legislature further found that there are hundreds of discoveries made each year the University of Minnesota, the Mayo Clinic, St. Cloud State University, St. Johns University, St. Benedicts University, St. Cloud Technical College, along with the various medical industries located within the Central Minnesota area, that if properly commercialized, could help provide these benefits. WHEREAS, the Bioscience Program created in Minnesota Session Laws 2003, 1 st Special Session, Chapter 21, Article 2 allows for the formation of a Bioscience Zone. WHEREAS, a joint application for a Bioscience Zone designation in the City of Sartell, along with City of St. Cloud, St. Cloud HRA, City of St. Joseph, City of Sauk Rapids, City of Waite Park and the City of St. Augusta is being prepared for submission, by the St. Cloud HRA to the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development; therefore, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of St. Joseph shall act as one ofthe legal sponsors and Bioscience Zone Administrators for the Bioscience Zone proposed in the joint application to be submitted to the Department of Employment and Economic Development on October 16, 2006. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of St. Joseph agrees to provide all ofthe local sales tax and use tax exemptions provided for under the Bioscience Zone legislation. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that upon Zone designation by the state, the City of St. Joseph may enter into necessary agreements with the State of Minnesota, and the City ofSt. Joseph certifies that it will comply with all applicable laws and regulations as statea in all contract agreements, including the Business Subsidy Law under 116J.993-116J.995. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that along with the City of S1. Cloud, S1. Cloud HRA, City of St. Joseph, City of Sa uk Rapids, City of Waite Park and the City of S1. Augusta, the City of Sartell are ~ereby authorized to execute such agreements as are necessary to implement Zone designation on behalf of the applicant and subzone participants. ADOPTED BY THE ST. JOSEPH CITY COUNCIL THIS DAY OF , 2006. Richard Carlbom, Mayor ATTEST: Judy Weyrens, Administrator SEAL CERTIFICATION I, Judy Weyrens, Administrator of the City of S1. Joseph, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of a resolution adopted by the Council of the City of S1. Joseph at a regular meeting held on the 215t day of September, 2006. JudyWeyrens Administrator City of S1. Joseph, Minnesota 2006 Street Improvements St. Joseph, MN Project Update Project Contacts Tracy Ekola SEH Project Manager Jerry Siegfried . SEH Project Representative I Construction Observer 320.980.4107 C &L Excavating Prime Contractor 320.363.1221 City of St. Joseph Sarah Bialke 320.363.7201 sbialke(a)citvofstioseph.com For Your Attention It would be appreciated if residents would minimize parking in the street during the 3D-day sod maintenance period. This allows the Contractor to have better access to the boulevard areas. for watering. September 2006 I Project Update No. 6 stjoe0603 Thank You Summer is coming to a close and the temperatures outside tell us that fall is just around the corner. The project team would like to thank you for your cooperation and patience on the project to date. Your continued patience and understanding have helped construction move along as smoothly as possible. Schedule Update What's done? To date, the entire sanitary sewer, water main, and storm sewer pipe work is complete, and the sanitary sewer in the alleys has been lined. All of the curb and gutter and paving are restored.south of Minnesota Street and on 3rd Avenue Northeast. What's next? The remaining street restoration is expected to be completed next week. The Contractor will be spreading topsoil and placing sod starting next week. The alley between Minnesota Street and Ash Street from College Avenue to 1st Avenue Northeast will not have the pavement restored until next year because of the pending site construction by the Collegeville Development Group. Final Boulevard Grading and Sodding Once the topsoil has been rough graded, another subcontractor will perform the "[me grading" work. During the fine-grading phase, the subcontractor shapes the boulevard and removes debris and any large rocks from the topsoil. The edge of the existing turf is also cut during this phase. The boulevard will have a smooth, raked look once the fine- grading work is complete. Finally, a third subcontractor will return to install the rolls of sod. Sprinkler Systems Property owners with a sprinkler system that was removed during construction are encouraged to delay installation of the sprinklers until the sod is placed. At a minimum, you should wait until the Contractor has completed the final grading ofthe topsoil. The Contractor will be . operating equipment on the boulevards as the topsoilis placed and graded. Therefore, the potential for damage to the sprinkler lines and heads still exists. Property owners who reinstall sprinklers within the public right-of-way are advised to document the location of the pipes. Be aware that future construction within the right-of-way may require you to move your sprinkler lines again. Caring for Your New Sod New sod will be placed along the boulevard areas soon. We askforyour assistance to help ensure the sodding work is successful! Avoid Walking on the Sod To the extent possible, please avoid walking on your new sod until it has rooted. The topsoil beneath the sod is loose and will compress under foot traffic, especially when the topsoil is moist, leaving depressions in the sod. Until the sod roots penetrate the topsoil, the sod strips may shift. Water The Contractor will be responsible to ensure the survival of the new sod for the first 30 days after placement. After 30 days, it will be entirely up to you to water and maintain. The Contractor will not replace sod that dies after the 30-day maintenance period. The Contractor's maintenance efforts will include periodic watering from a pumper truck. On a large project like this one, however, it is difficult to keep up with the demand for water. Your assistance with watering, when combined with the Contractors, will help ensure the sod will grow and your lawn looks its best. Your effort will be especially important if there is little rainfall and hot temperatures. New sod requires significantly more watering than mature lawns. More frequent, lighter waterings are not desirable since they encourage development of shallow roots instead of deep roots. Lawns need deep roots to help them withstand periods of little or no rain. During extended hot and dry periods, new sod should be thoroughly soaked every day. You should continue watering the new sod for the remainder of the summer and fall. Mowing Your new sod should not be mowed until either the grass lays over and mats down when wetted or the grass goes to seed. Do not be alarmed if either of these conditions do not occur in the first 30 days. Usually, you may begin cutting your new sod after 2 to 3 weeks. However, it is recommended that you only cut 1/3 of the grass blade off for the first 2 months after placement. Never cut off more than 1/2 the height of the grass blade. Cutting the grass too short will put the sod under stress, encourage drying out, and allow weeds to establish. Fertilizing Do not fertilize your new sod. The sod was fertilized in the field prior to cutting and has enough fertilizer to last for the first 60 days. After the sod has permanently rooted, which usually occurs within the first 60 days, fertilizer may be applied. Consider fertilizing in two different directions using a rotary spreader to avoid streaking. Water the grass immediately after the fertilizer has been applied. Fnture Maintenance Remember, even after your new sod appears to have taken hold, it is not as sturdy as an established lawn. It takes a while for the roots to reach their mature length. Until the roots are mature, the sod is still susceptible to dry conditions. Remember to deeply water. It is also advisable to let the sod grow a little longer than normal when conditions are dry. Fertilize as described above ifthe sod beings to yellow. Summary of Letters Received in Opposition to the Field Street Corridor City Residents 12 Township Residents 3 Monastery 41 College of S1. Benedict 9 (Students, Staff, & Alumni) 81. Joseph Action 7 Committee Others 69