City Council Agenda Packet 02-10-1997AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING - MONTICELLO CITY COUNCEL
Monday, February 10, 1997. 7 p.m.
Mayor. Bill Fair
Council Members: Clint Herbst, Brian Stumpf, Bruce Thielen, Roger Carlson
1. Call to order.
2. Approval of minutes of the regular meeting held January 27, 1997.
3. Consideration of adding items to the agenda.
4. Citizens comments/petitions, requests, and complaints.
6. OU Consent agenda.
A. Consideration of granting renewal of seasonal 3.2 beer license to the
Monticello Softball Association.
B. Consideration of HRA appointment.
C. Consideration of Police Commission appointment.
D. Consideration of final payment on Eastwood Knoll Improvement
Project No. 94-02C - Breitbach Construction.
E. Consideration of an ordinance amendment which would include
mortuaries as a permitted use in a B-4 zone.
6. Consideration of iteme removed from the consent agenda for discussion.
7. Consideration of a request for preliminary plat approval of Klein Farms III
residential subdivision. Applicant, Tony Emmerich/E & K Development.
(TABLED BY APPLICANT ON 217/97)
B. Consideration of amendments to subdivision design standards reducing
street and cul-de-sac width, and consideration of authorizing City staff to
prepare development fee survey.
9. Consideration of authorizing the purchase of three internet computer
workstations for tho library through matching grant program of Great River
Regional Library.
10. Consideration of reviewing year-end liquor store financial report.
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11. Consideration of returning snow blower purchased for cat loader.
12. Consideration of expanding the hours of the part-time city hall receptionist,
and consideration of replacing the telephone system.
13. Consideration of setting a quarterly meeting schedule for City Council work
sessions.
14. Consideration of a Hoisington Koegler proposal for additional services and
consideration of approving a shared payment between the HRA and the City.
15. Adjournment.
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING - MONTICELLO CITY COUNCIL
Monday, January 27, 1997 - 7 p.m.
Members Present: Bill Fair, Clint Herbst, Brian Stumpf, Roger Carlson, Bruce
Thielen
Members Absent: None
Consideration of mim+ es ofthp. mgrular meeting held Ian na 13 and the
F;ggcial meeting h lde 1 nuary lb. 1997.
AFTER DISCUSSION, A MOTION WAS MADE BY CLINT HERBST AND
SECONDED BY BRIAN STUMPF TO ACCEPT THE MINUTES AS SUBMITTED.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Consid ra ion of ad inir i erns to the, agenda.
Mayor Fair requested that discussion of the Bridge View plat be added to the
agenda.
Ci iz ns comenW ion requestsand corn lain,+,
Representatives from the Battle Rapids Townhome Association were present
to request that the City follow through on commitments to trim trees at the
Battle Rapids Park as outlined by the Parks Commission. Public Works
Director John Simola indicated that the work was not completed last year
due to man -power shortages. Mayor Fair requested that the Public Works
Department make its best effort to complete the work as requested by the
Parks Commission.
Bruce Thielen requested that item 6C be taken off the consent agenda for
discussion.
Consideration of adopting a resolution entleng for n ptihlir henringla
modify Redevelopment L1LLric1. No. 1 and TIF District No. 1-17 (Fnv-
M N and eALahligh TIF D'strict No_ 1.22 (downtown redevelopment).
Recommendation: Adopt a resolution setting a public hearing date
of March 10, 1997, to modify Redevelopment Project No. 1 and TIF
District No. 1.17 and establish TIF District No. 1-22.
SEE RESOLUTION 97.2.
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B. Consideration of approval of 1997 maintenance agreement with
Wright County for maintenance of s 1 cted county state aid hiB wave
in the city of Monticello. Recommendation: Approve the 1997
maintenance agreement with Wright County Highway Department as
proposed.
C. Consideration of inh description for Construction Inspector and
gonsideration of advertisement for an additional si .ion. Removed
from the consent agenda for discussion.
D. Consideration of aut_horinnp the CityEneWeer to complete trunk
utility s i s for thp 10 in F rma IIl and Leprssen d v lopment
arm. Recommendation: Authorize the City Engineer to complete
trunk utility studies for the l9ein Farms III and Leerssen development
areas.
E. Consideration of accepting f sihi i y study for providing gan*tary
sewer service n the Resurrection rhurch Aitp.
Recommendation: Accept the feasibility study and adopt
recommendations as set forth by the City Engineer.
AFTER DISCUSSION, A MOTION WAS MADE BY BRIAN STUMPF AND
SECONDED BY BRUCE THIELEN TO ADOPT ITEMS 5A, 513, 51), AND 5E OF THE
CONSENT AGENDA AS RECOMMENDED. Motion carried unanimously.
Council member Bruce Thielen noted that hiring a City employee to
conduct inspections on the wastowater treatment plant places the City
in a more vulnerable position in determining liability if something
should go wrong. Using an inspector from HDR leaves direct
responsibility for the project on the Engineer.
Public Works Director John Simoln responded by saying that the
construction observer goes to the contract engineer (HDR) for
direction. HDR provides technical support under the contract. By us
hiring an inspector, we would hope that the level of inspection will be
superior. Our own representative will be looking after our own best
interest.
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Thielen continued. What guarantee is there that there will be the
commitment and rapport needed to interface with HDR. We will save
in theory upfront, but 1 wonder if it is the wisest way to proceed. No
two projects are the same. The project is complex; we can save
ourselves headaches by focusing responsibility on the contract
engineer.
Bret Weiss stated that the success of this approach depends on the
individual that the City hires. Many communities do this for
municipal utility projects. My only concern is whether or not the City
can attract the person with the knowledge and skills necessary to
complete the work. Right now, it is a tight market, and there are not a
lot of people out there to hire.
Simola went on to note that one of the biggest problems with sewer
plant construction was that there was an inspector there only when
there was major work being done. For instance, there was not an
inspector there during the painting process, which later came back to
haunt us.
Thielen also noted that we have nothing to document the claim that
there is additional work for this individual to do after the plant is
constructed. He would rather see HDR provide the construction
inspector.
Clint Herbst agreed with Thielen. He concurred that a local inspector
will give us that much of an advantage. Plus, it shifts some of the
burden to us. We should keep our hands clean.
Mayor Fair suited that he prefers that a staff person be hired as
proposed. The City will be better served to have a staff person; I do
not think the liability will increase greatly. It is better to have a City
person looking after our interest.
AFTER DISCUSSION, A MOTION WAS MADE BY BRUCE THIELEN AND
SECONDED BY CLINT HERBST TO UTILIZE AN INSPECTOR FROM HDR.
Voting in favor: Bruce Thielen and Clint Herbst. Opposed: Roger
Carlson, Brian Stumpf, and Bill Fair. Motion failed.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY BRIAN STUMPF AND SECONDED BY ROGER
CARLSON TO ACCEPT THE JOB DESCRIPTION AND SALARY RANGE
FOR TIIE CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR AND AUTHORIZE ADVERTISING
THE POSITION OPENING. Voting in favor: Roger Carlson, Brian
Stumpf, and Bill Fair. Opposed: Clint Herbst and Bruce Thielen.
Motion carried.
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Bill Fair opened the public hearing. No one was present to discuss the
matter. The public hearing was then closed.
AFTER DISCUSSION, A MOTION WAS MADE BY CLINT HERBST AND
SECONDED BY BRIAN STUMPF TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE
ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR DELINQUENT CHARGES AS PRESENTED. Motion
carried unanimously. SEE RESOLUTION 97-3.
Clint Herbst asked did the laundromat pay the assessment when it was sold?
Wolfsteller noted that yes, it was cleared up when it was sold.
Request for recoriFtideration of conveyance of 3 ft of pity to resolve an
encroachment igg +e - form r to neon Warehouse,
Bill Fair introduced the item by noting that recently the City Council acted
on this item. However, a request to reconsider has come forward. He noted
that he viewed the conveyance as a housekeeping matter that does not result
in a gain or loss of property for either party.
Clint Herbst noted that the City council went through this item. I am not
happy to see it come back. We gave our decision 4 to 1 a month ago.
Bill Fair asked if the City is suffering any harm by giving a simple quit claim
decd. The building has been there 50 years, longer than the City had the
parking lot. The City really hasn't lost anything, and the City really hasn't
gained anything. I see it as a good neighbor thing. If you have a situation
where nobody benefits and no one is harmed, why not just settle it. 'rho
Johnson family has been a taxpayer for a long time. 1 see it as a tax
assessment for a situation that they did not create.
Bruce Thiclen stated that he has dealt with issues like this before in his
position at Wright County. It is not unusual to see situations like this. It
happens all the time in the county by as much as 200 R, The problem is that
we will spend more time here defending it than what it is worth, Brian
Stumpf stated that this is a precedent -setting issue.
AFTER DISCUSSION, A MOTION WAS MADE BY BRIAN STUMPF AND
SECONDED BY CLINT HERBST TO RECONFIRM THE PREVIOUS DECISION
MADE HY THE CITY COUNCIL. Voting in favor: Clint Herbst and Brian
Stumpf. Opposed: Roger Carlson, Bill Fair, and Bruce Thielen. Motion
failed.
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A MOTION WAS MADE BY ROGER CARLSON AND SECONDED BY BRUCE
THIELEN TO GRANT A QUIT CLAIM DEED TO STEVE JOHNSON WITHOUT
REQUIRING COMPENSATION. Voting in favor: Roger Carlson, Bill Fair, and
Bruce Thielen. Opposed: Clint Herbst and Brian Stumpf. Motion carried.
Assistant Administrator O'Neill informed the Council that it is asked to
consider support for modifications to the Urban Service Area boundaries,
which would enable annexation of the Orrin Thompson and Art Anderson
properties. O'Neill noted that according to the agreement with the Township,
the two development areas cannot be annexed until such time that both the
City and the Township agree that the properties should qualify to reside
within the urbanization area boundaries. O'Neill noted that development
has occurred since 1990, which now places the properties adjacent to city
utilities. The properties, therefore, meet the criteria for placement in the
urban service area because they have full and direct access to city utilities.
Clint Herbst was concerned that the City is not following the comprehensive
plan by allowing development to the southeast. O'Neill agreed that the
comprehensive plan does state that development should be encouraged to the
south and west, which in this respect is inconsistent with this request;
however, the plan also states that existing capacity should set the boundaries
for development to the east. The development proposals would use existing
sewer capacity, and no new trunk lines would be needed to support it. The
comprehensive plan also calls for encouraging step-up housing, which will be
achieved with the proposed developments.
O'Neill noted that the next step is to present the request to Monticello
Township.
AFTER DISCUSSION, A MOTION WAS MADE BY BRUCE THIELEN AND
SECONDED BY ROGER CARLSON TO APPROVE THE REQUEST TO AMEND
THE URBAN SERVICE AREA BOUNDARIES CONTINGENT ON APPROVAL BY
T14E PLANNING COMMISSION. Motion is based on the finding that said
properties now have immediate access to city utilities and thus meet the
criteria for annexation. Motion is also based on the finding that proposed
development is consistent with the comprehensive plan. Voting in favor:
Brian Stumpf, Roger Carlson, Bruce Thielen, and Bill Fair. Opposed: Clint
Herbst. Motion carried.
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Bill Fair noted that Council is asked to determine which alternative for road
alignments is preferred and direct staff to complete preliminary design
documentations. There has been considerable discussion on the topic and
good information provided from staff and constituents. We know there are
pro's and con's to both options. The State wants to proceed with primary
concern as being safety. Second criteria is significant consideration to the
flow of regional traffic.
It is our understandng that the bridge will not be done for 20 years;
therefore, it is important to the State that this project get done. My hope is
to select an option.
Clint Herbst stated that it is a nasty decision no matter what option we take.
He noted that he supported option #3. It was his view that #3 was the least
disruptive of the options.
Bill Fair noted that access design remains a concern for a number of
businesses. He stated that staff will continue to raise issues on behalf of the
business interests.
Roger Carlson noted that he feels confident that the State of Minnesota is
committed to this project.
Bill Fair supported City involvement in the design process because it gives us
more say and more opportunity to establish a plan that meets the needs of
the City.
Bruce Thielen was supportive of option #3 initially. However, after a closer
look, option #2 is the better of the two primarily because land acquisition
costs will be less.
Bill Fair noted thnt under option #3, the 18 -acro commercial site south of
Silver Fox Motel is bisected, which will diminish vnlue by reducing
flexibility. My opinion is that option #2 is the way to go. Also, there is more
support from the general public for option #2.
Brian Stumpf noted his favorite is option #2. He went on to state that he
wished the State would hnve taken the lead role.
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AFTER DISCUSSION, A MOTION WAS MADE BY BRUCE THIELEN AND
SECONDED BY ROGER CARLSON TO SELECT OPTION p2 AND AUTHORIZE
STAFF TO PREPARE THE DESIGN CONTINGENT ON OBTAINING APPROVAL
FROM WRIGHT COUNTY AND ESTABLISHMENT OF AN AGREEMENT WITH
THE MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION. Voting in favor: Bill
Fair, Roger Carlson, Bruce Thielen, Brian Stumpf. Opposed: Clint Herbst.
Motion carried.
11. Considerstio� of ado ine an ordinance n_mend_ment governine locetion nnnd
design of l m ini a .ion nw rs. Applicant- Monticello P anninw
Commission.
Chief Building Official Fred Patch noted that he has been working on this
type of ordinance with his previous position at Brooklyn Park. He noted that
he would like to have some time to review the ordinance prior to adoption.
AFTER DISCUSSION, A MOTION WAS MADE BY BRUCE THIELEN AND
SECONDED BY CLINT HERBST TO TABLE ADOPTION OF THE ORDINANCE
AMENDMENT GOVERNING TELECOMMUNICATION TOWERS. Motion carried
unanimously.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY BRIAN STUMPF AND SECONDED BY CLINT
HERBST TO TRANSFER THE REMAINING 15 MONTHS OF OUR RECYCLING
CONTRACT TO SUPERIOR SERVICES. Motion carried unanimously.
13. Consideration of prirti6patinn in f naih'lity Fitudy for multi -city joint Rludwe
processing f d v.
Public Works Director John Simola reported that it is difficult to determine
the benefit to the City in participating in this effort.
AFTER DISCUSSION, A MOTION WAS MADE BY CLINT HERBST AND
SECONDED BY BRUCE THIELEN TO NOT PARTICIPATE IN A JOINT SLUDGE
FACILITY FEASIBILITY STUDY. Motion carried unanimously.
14. Conaiderntion of ndoptinnr n no icy authorizing n :rehnaeR by City
Administrator andlor nppnrlment Honda.
City Administrator hick Wolfsteller roviowed the purchasing policy, which
requires Council approval even if already in the budget. Discussed the
options. We would continuo to give the list of bills.
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Bruce Thielen said he is uncomfortable with expenditures outside of the
budget without separate Council review. I want to make sure that if Council
set such purchases as priorities.
Clint Herbst suggested that the Council go through this years budget on an
item by item basis because the present Council did not set the budget.
Thielen noted that last year we budgeted for items that never got done. We
are budgeting for it again. If projects were budgeted for but were not
completed, what was the problem.
It was the consensus of Council to establish new budgeting and purchasing
procedures in conjunction with the next budget cycle and associated fiscal
year.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY BRUCE THIELEN AND SECONDED BY CLINT
HERBST TO APPROVE THE BILLS FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY AS
SUBMITTED. Motion carried unanimously.
16. Other matters.
A. Bridge View plat discussion.
Bill Fair noted that people have approached him regarding annexation
of the Bridge View plat to the city of Monticello. Should we seek legal
opinion as to whether or not we can develop at a density that allows
for urbanization of the area.
After discussion, it was determined that the topic should become a
future agenda item.
A. City Administrator Rick Wolfsteller provided an update on the NSP
legislation. He noted that there are some legislators that are
supportive of exempting personal property which would result in a
shift of revenue from tax base to state aid. Ultimately, it could result
in a net loss in revenue.
Mayor Fair requested that the City Administrator keep Council
apprised.
C. Rick Wolfsteller reported that after additional analysis, it is evident
that the City will benefit by choosing o financing plan for the
wastewater treatment plant that is based on an 18 -month deferral of
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Cinterest and a 4.08' annual interest rate. Under this program, the
City will pay a slightly higher interest rate, which will be more than
offset by the 18 -month deferral of interest payments.
AFTER DISCUSSION, A MOTION WAS MADE BY CLINT HERBST AND
SECONDED BY BRIAN STUMPF TO SET TERMS FOR THE WASTEWATER
TREATMENT PLANT FINANCING BASED ON AN 18 -MONTH DEFERRAL
OF INTEREST AND A 4.08% ANNUAL INTEREST RATE. Motion carried
unanimously.
Jeff ONeill
Assistant Administrator
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The Monticello Softball Association has again requested their annual beer
license to sell at the NSP softball field concession stand. The Softball
Association will be presenting a letter of intent to acquire dram shop liquor
liability insurance upon approval of the City issuing a license; as a result, the
Council can approve this license contingent upon receipt of the certificate of
insurance for liquor liability and the appropriate fees for the seasonal
license. In the past, the fee for this license has been established at $137.50.
Also enclosed for the Council's review is a copy of the 1996 Softball
Association's income report summarizing their income and expenditures,
including concession stand revenue and expenses. The Softball Association
has brought all of their fees up-to-date with the City for the year 1996,
including their annual $500 contribution for the lighting of the softball field
complex and their agreement to pay all the electrical costs for the softball
lighting. From their summary, they have indicated they had a net income of
$607 after paying all of their expenditures. This information has been
requested in the past by the Council to get an idea of the type of revenue and
expenditures the Association deals with annually and to determine whether
fee increases are warranted to help defer the cost of lighting and
maintenance at the softball complex. Based on the summary, it certainly
doesn't appear that there would be additional revenue available to increase
the team fees being charged by the City unless the Association would
likewise increase their charges to member teams.
R. i.T .RNAT . A .TIONS:
1. Grant the license contingent upon receipt of necessary insurance
documents and appropriate fees.
2. Deny tho license.
It is my recommendation that the license be granted contingent upon proper
insurance being provided. The City has not been made aware of any
problems with this license in the past and can we no reason why the
Association should not be granted a license for the 1997 season.
A copy of 1996 financial report supplied by League Director, Mark Banyai.
1996 MONTICELLO MENS SLOWPITCH INCOME
REPORT
24 Teams 0 400.00
9600.00
Sale of used balls
Early Bird To
60.00
4420.00
Last Chance Tournament
521.50
Women's Class B Districts
717.00
Men's Class C State
3769.26
Misc Income
21.76
Concessions
17297.04
TOTAL INCOME
36,406.56
EXPENSES
CITY OF MONTICELLO
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Liquor License
137.50
Field Fee 24 Teams 0 125.00
3000.00
Electricity for lights
1032.56
Annual Light Bill
500.00
Tournament Field Fee
375.00
Dram Shop Insurance
690.20
MSP Tournament Sanctions
135.00
MSF S MRPA Team SanOt ions
604.00
District Entry Fees
135.00
Tractor Maintenance
83.91
Trophies for Tournaments 6 League
485.69
Balls For League
1329.87 1
Phone Bill
336.01 T
/ Lindenfelser Meats
1813.75
` Viking Coke
1995.00
Dahlhoimer Distributing
4558.04
Martloe
295.21
Field Dragging
860.00
Maus Foods
465.09
Sam's Club ---Candy & Chips
2841.40
Umpires
6410.00
Concession Stand b tournament Workers
5094.50
Tournament Directors Fee for Expenses
3 8 100.00 each
300.00
MISCt Propane, gas for tractor, ice, postage,
schedules, tournament supplies, Monticello
Times, and various other purchases
1503.80
TOTAL EXPENSES
34,981.53
GROSS INCOME FOR 1996
36,406.56
LESS EXPENSES FOR 1996
34,981.53
NET INCOME FOR 1996
1,425.03
Less Paymont to Viking Coke for previous bill
817.95
ADJUSTED INCOME
607.08
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Included is a letter that the Minnesota Sports Federation
wrote that shows roughly what an MSF tournament would bring
into a community.
I hope that from the following examples that the Parks
Commtsion and the City will consider either lighting or expanding
the existing fields in the very near future.
With the existing fields lit or more fields added I would
be able to bid on more MSF tournaments. Icannot bid on numerous
State tournaments due to the lack of facilities.
Just by lighting the other two fields the Monticello Men's
Softball League can accomadate another 12 teams in the same
number of nights that we now use. Last year I had to turn down
8 teams and the year before 6 teams due to the lack of facilities.
I have also been approached by several women's teams about
a women's league and several men about a men's 35 and over league.
Every time they ask me, I have to tell them that we share the
facilities with youth baseball, so we don't have the facilities
to accomadate fore teams or leagues. At this time the maximum
number of teams our league can handle is 24. We have reached
the maximum number of teams the last two years. The number of
teams that will have to be turned down will continue to increase
due to the increasing popularity of the sport of softball.
To give you an idea of what 2-3 more lighted fields can
add, I will use Elk River's facilities. Elk River has 5 lighted
fields and can accomadate as many as 60-65 men's and women's
teams. Along with this they have been able to host several
State and District tournaments the past years due to the 5
lighted fioldo.
Thank You
Sincerely
,%1 A,4-%
Mark Banyai
League Director
Monticello Menlo League
Any Quootiono you can contact me at 878-2834
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`ECONOMIC IMPACT OF ONE ASA + USA -MSF
,U'SI �Q pDST SEASON TOURNAMENT TO A HOST CITY .
G�:A typical district or state MSF championship consists of approximately 24-
teams and is held over a two day weekend period. Each team has 8-14
MINNESOTA players and approximately 8-14 spectators attend the tournament. This
SPORTS FEDERATION equates to a potential of 672 participants and spectators. Adjusting for in
town teams, lets presume 90% of the teams are from out of town. This
totals 605 out of town participants and spectators. 605 x $65 per person
expenditure per day = $39,325.00 x 1.5 '1 = $59,988.00 direct economic
CORPOR4 EPAUMRS impact of one two day ASA 4 USA -NSF post -season tournament
(For 1 Person Onl
21% Gaw7ransportation Costs $ 382.20 $13.65
33% Lodging $ 600.60 $21.45
25% Restaurants $ 455.00 $16.25
5% Entertainment $ 91.00 $ 3.25
14P. 6% Other FoodlSnadudPop, etc. $ 109.20 $ 3.90
10% Souvenirs/Gifts I 182.00 L&50
'1 All tournaments are for minimum of 2 days, but many players do not stc)
for 2 nights so we only used 50% of 2nd day costs for the purposes of this
AFFILIATED IVJTH Economic Impact Study.
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IvadosalSpo er F.dffanm and to be conservative, we have adjusted for
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THIS IS SPORTS.TOURISM DOLLARS AT WORK
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The direct economic impact is very_soificant and if we add the -indirect ai
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oiduced'effect considering the multiplier effect of 1.7 dollar turnover -11 e
local economy would benefit by $100,280.00 from one MSF toumamet
in your community.
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this is a very significant contribution to the local economy we have ro f
measured the economic benefit of tournament officials, in town teams and
their fans. This could greatly increase the real economic impact of dollars ,
Of a'ASA 0 USA -MSF tournament in your community.
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AVERAGE PER DAY EXPENDITURE PER TEAM OF 14 PLAYERS
AND 14 SPECTATORS FOR OUT OF TOWN TEAM ONLY
(For 1 Person Onl
21% Gaw7ransportation Costs $ 382.20 $13.65
33% Lodging $ 600.60 $21.45
25% Restaurants $ 455.00 $16.25
5% Entertainment $ 91.00 $ 3.25
14P. 6% Other FoodlSnadudPop, etc. $ 109.20 $ 3.90
10% Souvenirs/Gifts I 182.00 L&50
'1 All tournaments are for minimum of 2 days, but many players do not stc)
for 2 nights so we only used 50% of 2nd day costs for the purposes of this
AFFILIATED IVJTH Economic Impact Study.
Nomad Ywd BmfstkU Auaiaaas
Bar dW1C=VW lorradmaa/
Y.ad Bari tk# of Amnirn
AaawrVoa7kflArmdoria Based on 1988 data from Grand Island, NE,
IvadosalSpo er F.dffanm and to be conservative, we have adjusted for
w.a rSyRArtlAinri.a.. • 11SA 1993 inflation.
uu,aalpiaulbf d. Uaia/Smo
Gruim du dr Nrrar
GAw? tgB-f ir$4*a
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Council Agenda - 2/10/97
6B. Consideration MEIRAngpointment. (O.R. )
HRA Commissioners accepted a letter of resignation from Commissioner Tom
St. Hilaire on December 4, 1996. St. Hilaire agreed to an effective
resignation date of April 1, 1997. Upon advertising for two weeks in the
Monticello Times, four candidates submitted resumes and were interviewed
by the HRA on February b.
The expiration date of the vacated seat is December 2001. On February b,
the HRA Commissioners approved a motion recommending that the City
Council consider Bob Murray for appointment to the HRA Commission.
Other members of the HRA are Al Larson, Brad Barger, Steve Andrews, and
Darrin Lahr.
A motion to approve the appointment of Bob Murray, as a
Commissioner of the HRA, effective April 1, 1997, with a term
expiration date of December 2001.
A motion to deny the appointment of Bob Murray as a Commissioner of
the HRA.
A motion of other action.
C STAFF RE A F.NDATION:
Staff recommends alternative 01.
D_ SUPPORTING DATA:
Resume of Bob Murray.
RESUME' OF ROBERT E. MURRAY
500 Riverview Drive • Montimllo, MN 55362 • Telephone. (612) 295-0561
OBJECTIVE
To expand the opportunities for service, utilizing the broad range of experience
developed over the past fifty years.
EDUCATION
COLUMBIA COLLEGE, LONGVIEW, WASHINGTON
Assedatr of Arts in Medumical Engineering, 1948
Lettered in Fom ball, Baseball, created artwork for yearbooks.
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON, SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
Did not complete due m iRnrss, Mechanical Engineering, 1950
A non -GI, extra curricular work consisted of 10 hours gainful employment. 6 days
per week to finance schooling.
EXPERIENCE
WEYERHAEUSER TIMBER CO. DEVELOPMENT CENTER, LONGVIEW,
C WASH.
Junior Engineer, 1950.1955
Created process equipment for imAding of irreptlar shapes from woud fiber and for
producing colored'Prestol.ugs'. Weyerhaeuser patented the processes.
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ALAMOS, LOS ALAMOS, NEW
MEXICO
Equipment DesignerfF,ngineer, 1955
Designed handling and process equipment for atonic weapons development
program.
BOEING AIRPLANE COMPANY, SFATIU-,. WASHINGTON
Training Engineer, 1956.196n
Developed training progrann. procedures and devices for flight crew training Was
on flight new status.
ALASKA AIRLINES, INC., SEATILli, WASHINGTON
Dimas of Traiuing, 1960.1963
Created and conducted flight crew training programs.
Member of the Air Transport Association Training Comntittee, responsible to
negoalate newly ptntnndgated training regulations with the FAA on behalf of the
Industry, 1962.
Ambrant to the President, 1967.1966
Administered a Technical Assistance program under contract with the Republic of
584-
Guinea. West Africa in conjunction with their airline. Air Guinea. 1963.64.
Conducted budget studies resulting in S200.000 annual savings in maintenance
overtime costs. 1964.
Recovered payment from the Republic of Korea for an aircraft confiscated from
Korean National Airlines with underlying debt due Alaska Airlines. 1965
NATIONAL AVIATION ACADEMY, ST. PETERSBURG, FLORIDA
Founder and President,/966/969
Created a professional pilot training program and facility, placing over 100 ab initio
pilot trainees with 35 airlines, with zero washouts.
Created the first integrated professional pilot training program approved by the
FAA
R.E.MURRAY & ASSOCIATES, REALTORS, CLEARWATER, FLORIDA
Founder & Principal. Member, Farm and Land Broken, Real Eirare EtrJumden and
Certified Burrness Broken, 1969-1977
Commercial real estate sales.
Constructed wet 400 public housing units in four Florida cities under Section 23 as
agent for Housing Associates, Inc, Columbus Ohio. Secured land, negotiated
construction contracts, and presented bid proposals to HUD. 1969.1972.
RE.MURRAY & ASSOCIATES, REALTORS, MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA
Fatnder and Principal, 1975-1980 (1n part, concurrent with the operation cf Florida dors)
Conunercial and residential sales, tax deferred exchanges
Approved by the State of Minnesota to teach for credit, all entry level real estate
subjects, planning and zoning, syndication. exchanging, and fart and land
brokerage.
Was appointed Interim President of American Real Estate Schools, Bhxnnington,
Minnesota in a successful fiscal recovery attempt, 1979
As President of Murco Builders, Inc., built residential housing In the western
suburbs 1977.1979.
Sold the companies to Areside Realty, 1979
AIR CARIBE INTERNATIONAL. INC., SAN IUAN, PUERTO RICO
Founder and President, 1980. 1988
Operated scheduled air service between San Juan, Puerto Rico a»d the eastern
caribbean islands.
A frmndudent,hostile takeover In 1988 resulted in a 1992 judgement tinder RICO
being handed down In our favor in the amount of S 1362,0011.
THE COMPANY PLANE, INC, SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO.
Founder and Prnidmt. 1989. 1994
Provided interisland transportation services to major corporations with caribbean
farllltles amihs interests
Retired fr,ru flyhng, relocated to the U.S. In 1993.
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT, INC, CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA
Pn4ra Coordinator. 1994•Present
Currently Involved In eight Twin Cities residential developments, Including River
Mill In Monticello and Fox Knoll In Rantsey,
/ 1
SKILLS
• Negotiator
• Public Speaker
• Educator
• Airline Transport Pilot, 11.000 plus hours
• Hobbies and Activities include:
• Hunting
• Fishing
• Woodworking
PERSONAL
• Married in 1949 to Vemie to Mitchell. The marriage produced 5 children.
• Active in voluteer work
• Rotarian since 1983. initially in the Roseau, Dominica club, now in the
Monticello, Minnesota club.
•
Former Director of the Caribbean Hotel Association representing Dominica,
1983-1984.
• Panelist In the Miami Conference on the Caribbean, 1983.
• Excellent health. ,
• In 1975, sailed the Atlantic from St. Augustine, Florida to Tema (Accra),
Ghana with three of our four sons as crew. The 23 day, 5600 nautical mile
journey was pan of a contract to deliver fishing trawiers to the Agricultural
Development Bank of Ghana.
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Council Agenda - 2/10/97
5C. (R.W.)
Since the resignation of Warren Smith last year from the Police Commission,
the vacancy has not yet been filled. The City advertised that a vacancy
existed last year on the Police Commission and did not receive any inquiries.
During our Police Commission meeting Wednesday evening, it was noted
that former Mayor, Brad Fyle, had expressed a willingness to serve on the
Police Advisory Commission. After a brief discussion, it was the
recommendation of the Police Advisory Commission that the City Council
appoint Brad Fyle to the vacant position on the Police Commission. The
remaining portion of the 3 -year term would expire December 1998.
1. Council could appoint Mr. Brad Fyle to the remaining 2 -year vacant
term on the Police Commission as recommended by the Police Advisory
Commission.
Council could seek additional applicants.
C. WAFF RF .l] F.NDATIt)N:
As noted earlier, it is the recommendation of the Police Advisory Commission
that the Council appoint Mr. Fyle to the remaining 2 -year term.
D_ 417PPQRTINC DATA:
None.
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Council Agenda - 2/10/97
5D. Co sideration of final payment on FAmitwood Kno 1 1mgmygment
BoWeet No. -- C - Breitbach Construction- (R.W.)
A. REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND:
Breithach Construction has completed the work on the installation of utilities
and street construction in the Eastwood Knoll development. The original
contract amount for the project was $319,761.15, and the total work
completed based upon certified quantities of work amounted to a final
contract total of $291,198.06. The primary savings on this project resulted
from being able to use granular material on site as part of the street
construction base, which eliminated $20,000 of project cost. The final
balance due the contractor at this time is $14,963.65.
B. ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS:
1. The first alternative is to authorize final payment to Breitbach in the
amount of $14,963.65 upon receipt of all final lien waivers, etc., for the
project.
2. The second alternative is to not make final payment to the contractor
at this time.
C_ STAFF RE ,O NDATION:
It is the recommendation of the City Engineer that the City Council make the
final payment to Breithach for this project as outlined in alternative #I.
D. SUPPORTING DATA:
Copy of final payment document.
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OAMS)koffSdiekn
300 Park Ptace East
lY February 3, 1997 5775 Wwg= Bmie and
Minneapolis. MN 5516-1228
612.595.5775
1.800.7515775
FAX 595.5774
Honorable Mayor and City Council
City of Monticello
P.O. Box 1147
250 East Broadway
Monticello, MN 55362-9245
Re: Eastwood Knoll
Grading, Streets, Utilities & Appurtenant Work
City of Monticello
OSM Project No. 5445.00
Dear Mayor and City Council:
Ecntfneers
Arc te[IS
Planners
Surveyon
We have prepared Payment Voucher No. 6 for final payment for the work performed on the
referenced project. We recommend final acceptance of this project and that final payment in the
amount of $14,%3.65 be made to Breitbach Construction, P.O. Box 768, Elrosa, Minnesota
56325, provided the city receives the Withholding Affidavit For Contractors (Form IC -134) and
Cthe Surety Consent from the contractor.
If you have any questions, please call me at 595-5696.
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Sincerely,
ORR-SCHELEN-MAYERON
AND ASSOCIATES, INC.
\t 1
Paul Homby, P.E.
Project Manager
Enclosure
e: Tom Bose - City of Monticello
Rick Wolfsteller - City of Monticello
cc
tl UMS OaCIVILICOaNMY06 FNL
CONSTRUCTION PAY VOUCHER
Estimate Voucher Number: 6 Date: December 30, 1996
OSM Project Number: 5445.00 Period Ending: December 30, 1996
Project: EASTWOOD KNOLL / FINAL
GRADING, STREETS, UTILITIES & APPURTENANT WORK
CITY OF MONTICELLO 94-02C
Contractor: BREITBACH CONSTRUCTION
P.O. BOX 768
ELROSA MN 56325
Contract Date: Work Started:
Completion Date: Work Completed:
Original Contract Amount 319,761.15
Total Additions 0.00
Total Deductions 0.00
Total Funds Encumbered 319,761.15
Total Work Certified to Date 291,198.06
Less Retained Percentage 0.00% 0.00
Less Previous Payments 276,234.41
Total Payments Incl This Voucher 291.198.06
Balance Carried Forward 28.563.09
APPROVED FOR PAYMENT, THIS VOUCHER 14,963.65
APPROVALS
ORR-SCHELEN-MAYERON & ASSOCIATES, INC.
Pursuant to our field observation, as performed in accordance with our
contract, and based on our professional opinion, materials are
satisfactory and the work properly performed in accordance with the plans
and specifications and that the total work is:
100% completed an of December 30, 1996.
We herby recommend payment of this voucher.^'
Signed: Signed:`\,
Construction Observer Project Manager/ Enginere r
BREITBACH CONSTRUCTION
This is to certify that to the best of my knowledge, information, and
belief, the Quantities and values of work certified herein is a fair
approximate estimate for the period covered by thio voucher.
Contractor: Signed By
Data: Title
CITY OF MONTICELLO
Chocked By: Approved for payment:
CAuthorized Representative
Data: Date:
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VOUCHER
DETAIL
LIS/
J
Estimate Voucher Msreer: 6
Project: EASTWOOD KNOLL / FINAL
Date: DECEMBER
30, 1996
OSM Project MK�Oer: 5445.00
CITY OF MONTICELLO
PROD. NO.: 94-02C
For
GRADING, STREETS, UTILITIES S APPURTENANT WORK
CITY OF MONTICELLO
SCNED. A - SANITARY SEWER
Contract
Contract
CmpleteA
This Month
Total
To Date
Items Spec No Description
Quantity Units
lit Price
Total Price
Quantity
Total
Ouanti lY
Total Price
------------------------------------------------
1 2621.511 6' PVC PIPE SEWER SDR 35
--------- ----------
1976 LIN FT
------------- -------------
10.00
---------
19,760.00
-------------
0
0.00
---------
2165.5
------------
21,655.00
2 2621.502 6'X4' PVC WYE
29 EACH
42.00
1,216.00
0
0.00
30
1,260.00
3 2621.511 4' PVC PIPE SEWER SDR 26 SERVICE
1260 LIN FT
7.50
9,600.00
0
0.00
1396
10,470.00
PIPE
4 2621.506 STANDARD 4' SANITARY SEWER a1 (0-
16 EACH
1,200.00
19,200.00
0
0.00
16
19,200.00
10')
5 2621.506 EXTRA 46' OIA. M.M. DEPTH OVER 10'
16.6 LIN FT
55.00
913.00
0
0.00
14,6
614.00
6 DIV. It CONNECT TO EXISTING MANHOLE/STUB
3 EACH
660.00
1,960.00
0
0.00
3
1,960.00
7 2105.543 GRAN" FOUNDATION MATERIAL
100 TOM
2.66
266.00
0
0.00
15
39.90
6 2506.511 RECONSTRUCT MANHOLES
3 LIN FT
55.00
165.00
0
0.00
2.1
146.50
TOTAL SCHED. A - SANITARY SEWER
--------------------
S 53,122.00
--------------------
S 0.00
--------------------
s 55,767.40
SCMEO. 6 - WITERMAIN
Contract
Contract
CoMisteo
This month
Total
To Data
Ulm Spoc No Description
....
Quantity Units
Wit Price
Total Price
Quantity
Total
Quantity
Total Price
............................................
9 2611.503 6' WATERMAIN-DUCT IRON CL S2
......... ..........
2650 LIN FT
............. .............
I5.00
.........
39,750.00
.............
0
0.00
---------
2519
............
37,765.00
10 2611.503 6' WATERXIAIN-DUCT IRON CL 52
100 LIN FT
14.00
1,400.00
0
0.00
124
1,736.00
11 2611,502 HYDRANT
S EACM
1,360.00
6,600.00
0
0.00
5
6,600.00
12 2611.502 B' GTE VALVE AND BIDS
5 EACH
460.00
2,300.00
0
0.00
5
2,300.00
13 2611.502 6' GAIL VALVE AND eG3
5 EACH
350.00
1,750.00
0
0.00
S
1,750.00
14 2611,520 DUCT I L E IRON F1ITINGS
3750 I.B.
1.35
5,062.50
0
0.00
261S
3,530.25
15 2611.502 1' CORPORATION STOP
29 EACH
24.50
710.50
0
0.00
30
735.00
16 2611.502 1' CURB STOP & BOX
?9 EACH
60.01)
2,320.00
0
0.00
s0
2,400.00
17 2611.503 1' TYPE K COPPER PIPE
1250 LIN FT
3.25
4,160.00
0
0.00
1430
4,6U.S0
15 2611,502 CDNNECT TO EXISTING W11ERMAIN
2 EACH
400.00
600.00
0
0.00
2
600.00
19 2611.502 CONNECT TO EXISTING LYITERXMIN - YET
IAP UNCL. IAP VALVE)
1 EACH
1,000.00
1,000.00
0
0.00
1
1, DOD. 00
20 2611.505 4' POLYSTYRENE INSULATION
100 SO yo
9.50__._.__
950.00
0
O 00
14133.00
TOTAL SCNED. B - 1MTERMAIN
S 61,003.00
--__
_..
1 0.00
S 63,616.75
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3 OF
VOUCHER
DETAIL
LIST
Estiaate Vmwlmr Reber: 6
P.Joct: EASTWOOD KNOLL / FINAL
Date: DECEMBER 30, 1996
OS" Project wxcber: 5445.00
CITY OF MONTICELLO PROD. MO.: 94 -OX
for
GRADING, STREETS, UTILITIES
S APPURTENANT WRAC
CITY OF OUICELtO
SCHED. C - STORM SEWER
Contract
Contract
Completed
This Mnth
Total To Date
Item SM MD Description
yanti T7 Uhits
Ihit Price
Total Price O"tity
Total
Gantity
Total Price
21 2503.541 12' RC PIPE SEWER DESIGN 3006 CL V
521 LIN FT
16.00
6,336.00
0
0.00
BSO
13,280.00
22 2503.541 15' RC PIPE SEVER DESIGN 3006 CL V
555 LIN FT
17.00
9,466.00
0
0.00
282
4,794.00
23 2503.541 21' RC PIPE SEWER DESIGN 3006 CL IIt
192 LIN FT
20.00
5,840.00
0
0.00
170
5,400.00
24 MS. 541 24' RC PIPE SEWER DESIGN 3006 Cl III
200 LIN FT
21.00
4,200.00
0
0.00
167
5,927,00
25 2506.506 COMSTRLXI NANNDLES DESIGN 48-4020
8 EACH
1,100.00
6,800.00
0
0.00
6
8,BM.00
26 M. S06 OBUSTRIICI MANHOLES DESIGN 72-4020
1 EACH
2,000.00
2,000.00
0
0.00
1
2,000.00
27 2506. S09 CONST"T CATCH BASIN
8 EACH
800.00
6,400.00
0
0.00
8
6,400.00
26 2506.509 CONSTRUCT CATCH BASIN MANHOLE
1 EACH
715.00
775.00
0
0.00
1
775.00
29 2511.501 RANDOM RIPRAP CLASS ill WITH FABRIC
3 COl To
50.00
90.00
0
0.00
S
90.00
30 2501,515 12' RC PIPE APRON W/TRASM GUARD
1 EACH
400.00
400.00
0
0.00
1
400.00
SI 2501.515 24' RC PIPE APRON W/TRASH GUARD
1 EACH
no. 00
700.00
0
0.00
2
1,400.00
32 2506.506 UTRA 46' DIA. N.M. DEPTH OVER 10'
1.4 LIN FT
MOO
98.00
0
0.00
3.45
241,50
33 DIV. 11 PVC SUB-ORAIN
200 LIN FT
2.50
500.00
0
0.00
100
250.00
34 DIV. IS ODNMECT 10 ERISTING SI1A
2 EACH
250.00
500.00
0
0.00
2
SOO. DO
IOTA( SCMEO. C - STORM SEWER
....................
S 46,125.00
....................
$0.00
....................
S 46,257.50
3 OF
Estim to Voucher Neer: 6
OSM Project kxdw: 5445.00
for
CITY OF MONTICELLO
SCARED. 0 - STREET CONSTRUCTION
V0UCXER DETAIL I I S T
Project: EASTWOOD KNOtI / FINAL
CITY OF MONTICELLO PRO(. NO.: 94-020
GRADING. STREETS, UTILITIES a APPURTENANT YORK
Date: DECEMBER 30. 19%
4 oro
Contract
Contract
Coupteted this ltrrth
Total To Onto
Item Spec No Dascrlptim
Quantity Units
Unit Price
Total Price
Wentity
Total
Ouantity
Total Price
---- --------------------------------------------
35 2105.521 SELECT GRANULAR BORROW (LV)
-------------------
7400 TON
-------------
3.45
------------- ---------
25,550.00
-------------
0
0.00
---------
401
............
1,383.45
36 0105.601 SITE GRADING - COMPLETE
1 LUMP SUI
23,000.00
23,000.00
0
0.00
.95
21,850.00
37 2211.501 AGGREGATE BASE CLASS 5 (MODIFIED)
4890 TON
4.78
23,374.20
0
0.00
4655.5
22,253.29
38 2331.514 TYPE 31 8115E COARSE MIXTURE
1180 TON
21.01
24,791,80
0
0.00
1000.2
21,014.20
59 2351.506 TYPE 41 WEARING COURSE MIXTURE
865 Tel
22.29
19,726.65
0
0.00
843
18,790.47
40 2557.502 BITU(IN0113 MATERIAL FOR TACK COAT
500 GALLON
1.00
500.00
-75
-75.00
375
375.00
41 2531.501 CONCRETE CURB A GUTTER DESIGN 04 AND
4700 LIN FT
4.75
22,325.00
0
0.00
4616
22,971.00
8618
42 STD SPEC REMOVE BITUMINOUS ROADWAY
420 SO TO
2. OD
840.00
0
O.DO
330
660.00
43 2104.501 REMOVE CURB (ALL TYPES)
262 LIN FT
1.75
458.50
0
0.00
198
346.50
44 2104.511 CLEARING AND GRUBBING
1 LIMP SRM
4,200.00
4, 200. DO
0
0.00
1
4.200.00
45 2554.505 INSTALL BARRICADES
1 PAIR
$00.00
500.00
1
500.00
1
500.00
46 2573.502 SILT FEMCE,MEAVy DUTY
1800 LIN FT
1.80
3,240.00
0
O.OD
2500
4,500.00
47 2575, SOS SODDING
1750 SO YD
1.50
2,625.00
0
0.00
2475
3,712.50
48 2575.501 SEEDING
4 ACRE
600.00
2,400.00
0
0.00
5
3,000.00
TOTAL SCMED. 0 - STREET CONSTRUCTION
....................
S 153,511.15
....................
S 425.110
--------------------
S 125.556.41
GRAND TOTAL
S 319,761.15
S 425.00
S 291,198.06
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A REFFRENCE AND BA .K .RO iND:
After reviewing the zoning ordinance in its entirety, we found that
mortuaries are not identified anywhere in the zoning code as a permitted
use. Other uses that are similar to a mortuary such as a chapel are allowed
in the public/semi-public zoning district. According to Steve Grittman, a
mortuary is similar to a chapel type of use; however, there are some
significant differences. Therefore, typically mortuaries are identified
specifically as a separate and unique use. Obviously, this question came up
in conjunction with a request by the Feterson-Grimsmo Funeral Home to
develop a mortuary in the B-4 district on Block 14 of the Original Plat of the
city. According to Steve Grittman, mortuaries are typically found in or near
commercial areas. The type of impacts that a mortuary presents for an area
are more akin to commercial impacts; therefore, this type of use is best
located near a commercial area.
In addition to Steve Grittman's input, Michael Schroeder, the planner
working on the MCP/HRA redevelopment study, indicated that mortuary use
is consistent with the uses identified in the B-4 district and, furthermore,
development of a mortuary as proposed on Walnut Street is consistent with
the plans that are emerging from the downtown redevelopment study. The
area identified in the proposed redevelopment plan for civic and institutional
uses is directly adjacent to the site of the proposed mortuary. The location of
a mortuary at this spot fits neatly into the plan for development of civic and
institutional uses in this portion of town. A mortuary, in a sense, is a semi-
public or civic use; therefore, the location of such a facility at this location
will integrate well with future development. It, therefore, appears that
identification of a mortuary in the B-4 zone represents a housekeeping
matter that, when completed, will enable construction of the Peterson-
Grimsmo Funeral Home as proposed. Please note that we have not identified
a mortuary as an allowable use in the B-3 zone or in other commercial
districts due to the view that this typo of use should he limited to the
downtown area to the greatest extent possible.
B. ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS:
Motion to adopt an ordinance amendment including mortuaries as a
permitted use in the B-4 zone.
Under this alternative, a mortuary would be added to the list of
permitted uses in the B-4 zone. This motion could be based on the
finding that mortuary use is consistent with uses identified in the B-4
Council Agenda - 7/10/97
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zone and is consistent with the purpose of said zone. Establishment of
mortuary uses in the B-4 zone is consistent with the character,
geography, and nature of the B-4 zoning district; therefore, such uses
will not tend to depreciate or negatively impact adjoining properties.
Therefore, the ordinance amendment is consistent with the
comprehensive plan for the city.
This is the alternative selected nnanimously by the Planning
Commission.
2. Motion to deny adoption of the ordinance amendment including
mortuaries as a permitted use in the B4 zone.
This alternative should be selected if the Planning Commission
believes that mortuary use is not appropriate in a B-4 zoning district.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends alternative 01.
D. SUPPORTING DATA:
Copy of proposed zoning ordinance amendment; Copy of statement of purpose
of the B4 district.
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r ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF MONTICELLO, MINNESOTA, HEREBY ORDAINS
THAT CIEIAPTER 14, SECTION 2, OF THE MONTICELLO ZONING
ORDINANCE (TITLE 10), PERTAINING TO PERMITTED USES IN THE B-4
REGIONAL BUSINESS DISTRICT BE AMENDED BY ADDING THE
FOLLOWING:
14-2: PERMITTED USES: The following are permitted uses in a
"114" district:
[JJJ Mortuaries
Adopted by the City Council this 10th day of February, 1997.
Mayor
City Administrator
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CHAPTER 14
"B-4" REGIONAL BUSINESS DISTRICT
SECTION:
14-1: Purpose
14-2: Permitted Uses
14-3: Permitted Accessory Uses
14-4: Conditional Uses
<14-1: PURPOSE: The purpose of the "B4," regional business, district is to provide
for the establishment of commercial and service activities which draw from
and serve customers from the entire community or region.
14-2: PERMITTED USES: The following are permitted uses in a "B-4" district:
[A] All permitted uses as allowed in a "B-1", "B-2", and
"B-3" district.
[B] Antique or gift shop.
[C] Amusement places (such as dance halls or roller rinks).
l [DJ Auto accessory stores.
(E) Enclosed boat and marine sales.
[FJ Books, office supplies, or stationery stores.
[GJ Bowling alleys.
[HI Carpet, rugs, and tile.
0I Coin and philatelic stores.
[JI Copy service but not including press or newspaper.
[K] Costume, clothes rental.
[L] Department and discount stores.
[119) Dry cleaning, including plant accessory thereto, pressing, and
repairs.
[N] Dry goods store.
SES
MONTICELLO ZONING ORDINANCE 14/1
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THIS ITEM WAS TABLED BY THE APPLICANT ON W/97.
7. Consideration of it n=est for nraliminory plat approval of Klein
Farma III residential subdivision- Applicant, icant, Tony .mmarich/E A H
Deve onmenL (10.)
Please see attached report from Planner Steve Grittman.
The Planning Commission reviewed the attached report and voted to
recommend approval with conditions A-L as noted in Grittman's review
under alternative t)1. Conditions listed by the Planning Commission in
addition to those identified in Grittman's report include the following-
1.
ollowing1. A 20-R pathway easement is provided along the southern boundary
(high line corridor) to provide the opportunity for pathway
development at this location.
2. A pathway connection to the park should be identified at the location
of trunk sanitary sewer line.
C3. Pathway connection between Lots 10 and 11, Block 2, to allow
pedestrian access to the subdivision from the west.
4. Pathway connection to the park from realigned cast/west internal
street connecting Farmstead Drive and Country Lane.
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NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTANTS
IHC COMMON I TYPLA N NINv - oes10N - MARKET RESEARCH
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Jeff O'Neill
FROM:
Bob Kdrmis I Stephen Grittman
DATE:
31 January 1997
RE
Monticello - Klein Farms 3rd Addition - Preliminary Plat
FILE NO:
191.07 - 97.01
E and K Development has requested preliminary plat approval of a 132 lot single family
residentia: subdivision entitled Klein Farms 3rd Addition. The proposed subdivision
overlays a 81.2 aero tract of land located south of School Boulevard between Oakwood
Drive and Fallon Avenue.
The subject site is zonod R-1,Singlo Family Residential.
Blocks. According to Section 11.5-1.A of the Subdivision ordinance, blocks should not
exceed 1,320 feed in length unless justlfiod by unique conditions. At 11.450 feet In length,
Block 7 oxceeds the ordinance requirement So as to conform to maximum block length
standards and provide convenient pedestrian aoeess to the proposed park, it is suggested
that a 30 foot wide pedestrian way (oultot) be provided near the Intersection of Farmstead
Drive and Street F (between lots 9 and 10, Block 7). This pathway location would ovorlay
a proposed storm sower easemont
Alternatively, pedestrian amasses to tho park could be providod along tho UPA easement
and Sdiool Boulevard. This option is illustrated an Exhibit E with a redesigned street plan.
and discussed below In the 'Streets' section.
0778 WAYZATA DOULCVARD. SUITE 050 ST. LOUIS PARK. MINNCaOTA 684 16
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PHONE 6 1 2.995.9030 FAA 6 1 2.695.9837
it Lots. All lots have been found to comply with the following minimum lot area and width
requirements imposed within R-1 Zoning Districts:
Lot Area -12,000 square feet
Lot Width - 80 feet
While technically meeting ordinance lot width requirements, some concern exists over the
actual buildable width provided to lots which abut the UPA easement along the plat's
southern property line. For Instance, Lot 17, Block 7 is provided a 40 foot wide building
width. Such width is inconsistent with most other subdivision lots which provide 60 foot
building widths. Builders should be cautioned that setback variances are not likely to be
approved on newly platted lots.
Streets.
Rlaht-of-way. As required by ordinance, proper right -d -way width and col -de -sac radii
have been provided. Additionally, all cul -de -sap comply with maximum 600 foot length
requirements.
LaXout. Generally speaking, the proposed street layout appears acceptable. Some
concern does, however, exist in regard to the 200 foot oft -set of streets 'B' and 'F'. While
the off -set does comply with the minimum 125 separation required by ordinance, such
condNlan annd the awkward turning maneuvers which result should be avoided if possible.
One meas to address such concern would be to simply shift Street F approximately 250
foot to the south to align with Street B. if such alternative street alignment is pursued, it
Is suggested that a 30 foot wide pedestrian park accetu/outiot be located near the
Intersection of Street F and Farmstead Drive. This alternative also solves the lot width
issues adjaoarit to the UPA easement byre -orienting iota so the power lines are In the rear
yards. It further reduces the number of cul -de -sap in the plat.
Access. As shown on the attached preliminary plat, access to the subject property is to
be provided vie two pointe from School Boulevard. One Issue worthy of discussion Is the
nood for a street access from the west (via Oakwood Drive). While the subdivision's perk
certainly must be considered a primary area destination, it should be recognized that
vehicular access to the park Is to be provided only via the north (from School Boulevard)
and the east (from Fallon Avenue). Thus, a westerly street access would not otter any
additional convenience in regard to park accossibility. This is not to say that a future
westerly street access from Oakwood Avonuo (provldod as pan of southerly development)
would not be desirable. A pedestrian access from Oakwood Avenue is considered
appropriate for the current development area.
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Setbacks. All proposed lots demonstrate an ability to comply with the following R-1
District setback requirements.
Front Yard
30 feet
Side Yard
Interior
10 feet
Street Abutting
20 feet
Rear Yard
30 feet
Parks. As shown on the attached preliminary plat, a 16.2 acre park (excluding wetland)
has been proposed along the subject site's eastern boundary. Such location provides full
exposure to Fallon Avenue and School Boulevard and overlays significant stands of
mature oak trees and other vegetation. While the proposed park location is considered
highly positive. Two items of concern exist as highlighted below.
As shown on the attached grading and erosion control plan, Lot 9, Block 7 abuts
a ponding area Such condition will prohibit park patrons from encircling the parks
pondAwetland area As a condition of preliminary plat approval, the pond should be
designed so as to allow full pedestrian passage along the pond's westem boundary.
2. A number of structures exist within the designated park area. The Parks
Commission should provide recommendation whether such structures should be
removed or adapted for park use.
SldewslkalPatbways. According to Section 11-7-2 (H) of the Subdivision Ordinance,
sidewalks of standard design may be required by the City Council. Considering that the
subject subdivision incorporates a significantly sized park, a provision for sidewalks and/or
pathway is considered justified. In this regard, it is suggested that a fivo foot concrete
sidewalk be constructed along the south side of School Boulevard. Additionally, it is
suggested that the following sidowalk/pathway options be considered:
Five foot wide concrete sidewalks along Country Lane and Farmstead Drive (both
sidos of street).
2. An eight foot wide bituminous pathway along Country Lane and Farmstead Drive
(one side of street).
It is the opinion of our off" that in this situation, tho construction of sidewalks on both
sides of Cmurtry Lano and Farmstead Drive represonts a profomed. more equitable option
by occomrodating pedestrian crcutction on both sides of a street (thoreby avoiding
'unsafo° street crossings). Additionally the use of concrete represents a preferred
construction material in terns of goneral appearance and maintonanw.
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It is anticipated that such sidewalks or pathways could be extended southward at such Ume
as the adjacent property develops.
While areas to the south of the subject property currently are undeveloped, it is likely that
future area residents will desire convenient pedestrian access to the proposed park To
ensure such amass, the following Is recommended:
A 20 foot wide pathway easement be established along the southern border of
Block 1 (within UPA easement). Future pathway construction would occur within
the adjacent southerly property upon development.
A 30 foot wide outiot is established along the southern boundary of Block 3 to
accommodate future pathway construction.
Sereeningll andscaping. As shown on the attached preliminary plat, double frontage lots
have been provided additional depth to accommodate landscaping and/or screen
plantings. Rather than rely on Individual property owner; and the resulting mix of rear yard
treatments, It Is suggested that the developer be made responsible for such screening
efforts. Such responsibility would ensure a constant and functional landscape design
along the School Boulevard and Oakwood Drive corridor. Specific methods of screening
should be stipulated in a landscape plan submission.
Grading and Drainage. In conformance with preliminary plat submission requirameMs,
a prelhftry grading and erosion Control plan hes been submitted for review (sea Exhibit
C). As shown on such plan, a significant amount of existing vegetatioNmature trees exist
in the eaotem one-third of the site. To the extent possible, all significant trees (as
determined by the City) should be preserved. The grading and erosion Control plan should
be subject to review and approval by the City Engineer.
UUIIUes. In conformance with preliminary plat submission requirements, a preliminary
utility plan has been submitted for review (attached as Exhibit D). Such plan should be
subject to review and Comment by the City Enginoer. Such review should Include apedfic
comment as to easement acceptability.
Approve the proliminary plat subject to the following conditions:
A. A 30 foot wido podosbiort perk amessloutlot is provided between Lots g and
10. Block 7. If, however, a revised street plan Is pursued (as illustrated on
Exhibit C), an altemativo access location upon the UPA easement be
provided.
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S. Consideration is given to shifting Street B southward in a manner similar to
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C. STAFF RECOMMENDATtt)N
Based on tho preceding review, we recommend approval of the Klein Farms aro Addition
preliminary plat under condition that the Items highlighted In this memorandum are
addressed to the satiafraction of the Cly.
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that illustrated upon Exhibit E.
C.
Five foot wide concrete sidewalks are provided along both sides of Country
Lane and Farmstead Drive.
D.
Sidewalks are provided along the south side of School Boulevard.
E.
The pond which Iles within the park is designed and configured to allow
pedestrian passage between such pond and the adjacent residential lots
which Ile to the west
F.
The Parka Commission provide recommendation as to the removal or
adaptation of existing structures which Ile within the designated park area.
G.
A 20 foot pathway easement is provided along the southern boundary of
Block 1.
H.
A 30 foot wide oullot is established along the southern boundary of Block 3
to accommodate future pathway construction.
I.
To the extent possible, all significant trees (as determined by the City) are
preserved.
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A landscape plan Is submitted which specifies near yard landscaping
screening methods along School Boulevard and Oakwood Drive.
K.
The submitted grading and erosion control plan Is subject to review and
approval by the City Engineer.
L.
The submitted utility plan is subject to review and approval by the City
Engineer.
2. Deny the preliminary plat.
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C. STAFF RECOMMENDATtt)N
Based on tho preceding review, we recommend approval of the Klein Farms aro Addition
preliminary plat under condition that the Items highlighted In this memorandum are
addressed to the satiafraction of the Cly.
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D. SUPPORTING DATA
Attached for reference:
Exhibit A - Site Location
Exhibit B - Prelirelnary Plat
Exhibit C - Grading and Erosion Control Plan
Exhibit D - Utility Plan
Exhibit E - Subdlvislon Design Alternative
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TO:
FROM:
DATE:
RE:
MEMORANDUM
Mayor, City Council, City Engineer, City Staff
John Simola, Public Works Director
February 10, 1997
Cost Savings Impacts of Reduced Width Streets/Sidewalks
As additional information for your consideration regarding street width reduction, I thought it would be
beneficial to have some cost information as to what the savings and/or costs might be. We have taken
information from several of the past jobs in the City of Monticello regarding actual cost of construction for
7 -ton streets and sidewalk construction; and looked at the effects for reducing street widths approximately
four feet. The cost information that we used was based upon 36' and 32' streets, but the same information
would appy to reductions from 32' to 28'. Costs are based on a design in the sandier soils such as those
found in Klein Farms.
Since much of the information we often present is on a lot basis, I will present this information in the same
fashion. To this end, we have assumed that a typical lot is 85 feet in width and that a typical residential
driveway is 22 feet in width.
I COSTS PER 85 FT. WIDE LOT
CONSTRUCTION COST SAWNGS TO TNM DEVELOPER:
Per 85' width lot to reduce the street width by 4', this includes sub -grade prep, class V and bit. ... $108.90
COST SAVINGS TO TME CrT OVER TNM DESIGN WFE:
A. Two Seal Coals ...................................................... $18.90
B. Two Rubberized Crack Sealing Operations (based upon 1 traverse crack every 401 53.00
C. Sweeping......................................................... Negligible
O. Snow Plowing Operations ............................................... None
(may increase costa In some Instances)
Total Maintenance Cost Savings ...................................................... fes] Qg
' ADOmoNAL COSTA:
5' wido concrete sidewalk on boulevard, 83' long (excludes driveway width) ...................
$814.25
Increased driveway lengthISI g 7 x 22' ............................................
$54.80
Increased cost for driveway length Ppriml 7 x 27 ......................................
$150.25
Incroaaod amount of agd 7 by 63' .....................................................
$28.00
Additional Ms's and fittings for watormain to Way In narrower streets .........................
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IAAMUNANCe ITEMS FOR SOMME 60 NOT PPMEo:
Snowromoval ........................................................................
N/A
Ice and traction control.................................................................
WA
Sidewalk panelrepafr/replacement ..................................... I.................
WA
Sidewalk safety Inspection during the winter months after each snow or ice event (15.20)
(This would also Include ordinance enforcement for Mose sidewalks not found to be in compliance) .. WA
Annual summer Inspection of all sidewalks located on public property ........................... WA
While the above information does not encompass all possible costs or savings, N includes
the bask items.
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Fhono Numbor (6 12.) 2953170
February 7, 1997
TO: HI -WAY LIQUOR
Attn: Mr. Joe Hartman
Hwy. 25 South
Monticello, Minnesota 55362
FROM:
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5421 Dufferin Drive
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(612) 440-3912
MN Tax ID 0: 2544180
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Council Agenda - 2/10/97
8, Conaideration of amendmpnts to subdivision design standards
reducing street and cul-de-sac width and consideration of
authoriAngCiJy staff to spare development fee survey. (J.O.)
A REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND:
Following is a revision to information provided in 1994 regarding this topic.
Sections have been added as appropriate.
City Council is asked to consider amending road width design standards by
reducing the "marginal access" street width requirement from 32 ft to 28 ft
and by reducing the "minor" street width requirement from 36 ft to 32 ft with
sidewalks.
A marginal access or cul-de-sac street (32 ft) serves a limited number of
properties. A minor street (36 ft) is typically a street that serves numerous
properties within a residential area and provides a local "collector" function.
In terms of street hierarchy, a marginal access street is typically connected to
a minor street, which is then connected to a collector road such as School
Boulevard or a county highway. A 36 -ft wide street provides for on -street
parking on both sides of a street plus pedestrian space. A 32 -ft wide street
provides ample roam for parking on one side of a street plus pedestrian
space. Please note that in 1994, the City Engineer shifted his interpretation
of what constitutes a "marginal access" street, which resulted in more streets
built under the 32 -ft street section requirement. The proposal being
considered today would take the change further by providing the opportunity
to reduce marginal access streets from 32 ft to 28 ft.
This request to re-examine the existing standards originally stems from my
concerns, which were supported by the Parks Commission. The issue is
relevant to the Parks Commission because roadway width affects
sidewalk/pathway development and shade tree program design.
Prior Research and Action
In 1994, City staff and the City Engineer surveyed other communities and
checked planning and engineering journals regarding street width standards.
The research generally confirmed that Monticello's street width design
standards are greater than the norm. It, therefore, was justified that Council
review the matter. In 1994, Council maintained the existing standard but
directed staff to be more liberal in identifying marginal access streets. In
response, City planning and engineering modified the application of the
standard, which resulted in construction of a number of streets at 32 ft.
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Following are argurnent.s for wide streets:
Wider roadways provide additional room for on -street parking and
provide a safety zone for pedestrians and bikers walking on the street.
In the winter, city plows can efficiently remove snow from the roadway
areas used by pedestrians. There are no sidewalks that need snow
removal.
The wider streets allow us to keep the utilities such as sanitary sewer,
storm sewer, and water mains within the confines of the blacktop
portion of the streets. What this means is that during replacement or
repairs to our infrastructure system, it is generally not necessary to
remove curbs and work in the boulevards. We are able to organize our
other utilities such as gas, telephone, electric, and cable so they
provide the least interference with our utilities and the individual
services to the homes. By making streets narrower in the newer
developments with numerous changes in direction of streets, including
sharp hairpin curves and cul-de-sacs, the sanitary sewer, storm sewer,
and water mains sometimes get placed outside of the existing blacktop
surface in the boulevard and, in many instances, underneath the other
utilities such as gas. Home owners may find their services lie in
locations under the curb and other utilities which can result in higher
repair costs to the home owner in the future.
4. Wider streets allow for the "less -maneuverable" garbage trucks,
recycling trucks and trailers, and moving vans to access properties
within the community safely and without blocking street access. In
addition, this gives the fire department access and setup areas to fight
fires. In the wintertime, narrower streets give less room for such
activity.
5. If streets are narrowed under the premise that sidewalks are provided
in the boulevard, it should be recognized that youngsters and
pedestrians will not use the sidewalk exclusively. Room should be
provided for pedestrian movement as well as room in the boulevards
for sidewalks. Current design standards allow for sidewalks, entries,
and utilities to be placed behind the curb in an efficient manner.
6. During the times when street use has to be disrupted for some type of
utility construction, narrower streets provide less room for traffic to
pass around the construction zone. This may not be a problem in some
areas, but in the newer developments where long single access streets
appear to be coming more into play, it can disrupt the lives of
numerous residents if Choy aro without their street access for a day or
two, and it is often not practical to install bypass routes around the
construction on boulevards and finished lawns.
Council Agenda - 2/10/97
7. Streets such as those found in Monticello allow parking on both sides
with very little restrictions other than those found during the normal
snow removal activities. Narrower streets that provide parking only
on one side or with total restriction on parking require someone to
police the parking so that the streets are maintained in a passable and
safe condition.
Ar;u_ments fora reduction in street widths:
1. Monticello's standards are greater than most other communities and
exceed standards identified in engineering and planning journals.
City road width standards have not been updated since 1976 (see
attached survey). However, the application of standards has been
modified since 1994, which has resulted in fewer 36 -ft streets.
The need for wider roadways wide enough to accommodate off-street
parking on two sides of the street is excessive and a waste of resources.
It is rare to find off-street parking on both sides of the street at the
same location. This is because all humes must have a two -car garage
and paved driveways. Off-street parking that does occur happens
occasionally during special events such as parties, neighborhood get-
togethers, etc. Requiring wider streets for off-street parking on loth
sides of a street for such intermittent use could be considered overkill,
especially if a sidewalk is provided.
3. Scientific data has shown that vehicle speeds are affected by roadway
width in combination with other factors. An argument could be made
that a narrower street in combination with curves and grade changes
will create more of a neighborhood atmosphere and slower speeds,
thereby improving safety and liability. This data is countered by
information provided by advocates of wider streets that says street
width does not affect speed.
4. Maintenance and replacement costs are impacted by the width of the
roadway in terms of snowplowing, sweeping, sealcoating, sand/salt,
replacement expense, etc. It should be noted that placing a sidewalk
on the boulevard in lieu of a wider road off§ets maintenance savings
gained through reducing the roadway width.
6. Storm sewer sizing and associated expenses are affected by street
%vidth. Narrower streets create less impervious surface and produce
less rum -oft The reduction is offset if sidewalk is installed when the
street is narrowed.
6. The original roadway design standards were conceived in an era of
1976 when the now power plant played a strong role in providing the
financial muscle to build and maintain wider road sections. In 1976,
Council Agenda - 2/10/97
(� we could afford wider streets. As the capacity of the plant to provide
revenue diminishes over time and as maintenance expenses grow, the
City needs to find ways to reduce maintenance, repair, and
replacement expenses. Allowing narrower roads may be a reasonable
step to take to reduce costs. In 1994, it was estimated by OSM that
there is a :U difference in coat associated with a 32 -ft versug a 36 -ft
road section.
7. Streets wider than necessary create a corresponding unnecessary
impact on the environment. Wider streets increase areas disturbed by
grading, resulting in greater tree removal. Wider streets add to
polluting storm water run-off, which affects water quality in rivers,
streams, lakes, etc. This may become particularly important soon with
the impending development of the heavily wooded Art Anderson and
Orrin Thompson properties.
8. Planning Commission believes that 28 -ft and 324 roadways provide
sufficient space for maneuvering utility vehicles; therefore, wider
streets are not justified based on this criteria.
9. Planning Commission believes that street- and utility -related repairs
are not common enough to justify a wider street to allow traffic to
maneuver around repair vehicles.
Prior to discussion of this matter, I strongly recommend that you visit areas
noted below to help you gain perspective on this topic. Following are streets/
subdivisions and associated street widths at various locations within the city.
As you will note, there are streets within the city that do not meet existing
standards because they were originally built under township standards.
They now provide a reference point that may assist you in your decision
making.
Existing
Sihdiviginn Strnat. Nn_rnA rInaaIWIdth Width
Hillcrest Hillcrest Rd marginal access 24', no curb
Creekside Sandy Ln minor 24', no curb
Old Monti most streets minor 36,
Palm St minor 36,
Cardinal Hills all streets minor/marginal 36'
tk cul -do -sacs
River Street River St minor 24', no curb
near Cemetery
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Council Agenda - 2/10/97
Existing
Suhrliviaion Street Name Claas/Width Width
River Street, River St minor 36'
old Monti
Meadow Oak Meadow Oak Ln minor 32'
Meadow Oak Dr minor 36'
Briar Oakes all streets & minor/marginal 36'
cul-de-sacs
Oak Ridge all cul-de-sacs marginal 32'
Oak Ridge Oak Ridge Dr minor 36'
Par West Kevin Longley minor 36'
Jerry Liefert minor 36'
R ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS:
1. Motion to deny suggestion to amend the ordinance based on the
reasons noted above.
2. Motion to amend the ordinance as determined by Council based on the
reason outlined above.
It is the view of the Planning Commission that the reasons noted
above support changing the minor street width requirement from 36 ft
to 32 ft with sidewalks and supports changing the marginal street
width requirement from 32 ft to 28 ft. Council may wish to adopt this
1 recommendation as is or modify and adopt.
Please note that any reduction in cul-de-sac size will likely require
that snow removal be contracted out because existing city trucks are
too largo to efficiently remove snow in small cul-de-sacs.
The Planning Commission suggests that sidewalks be required along
minor streets when the right-of-way connects populated areas to a trail
system or to other significant points of destination. Also, sidewalks
should be installed when traffic volumes on the minor street justify
separation of pedestrian traffic from vehicular traffic.
Under this alternative, it is recognized that there will be
savings to the developers due to narrowing of street widths. It
is proposed that this savings be off -set by increases in fees
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Qwhere it is determined that fees are not covering expenses.
Such areas where development fees are running short include
trunk water and wastewater treatment plant funding.
Motion to adjust the ordinance by assigning an acceptable range for
each category, which could be applied on a case-by-case basis.
Under this alternative, marginal access streets could be set at a range
from 28 ft to 32 ft. When a plat is prepared, street width would be set
based on individual circumstances. Similarly, minor street widths
could be set at a range from 32 ft to 36 ft with sidewalks applied on a
discretionary basis. This option would bring the benefits of street
width reduction where appropriate and also give the latitude to
require a 36 -ft wide residential roadway where necessary. Under this
alternative, a set of criteria to apply the standard would need to be
developed. Such criteria would include environmental impact, traffic,
terrain, etc.
C. STAFF RFrOMMFNDATION:
As is found in other cities, Monticello City staff is split on this issue. Both
sides have good arguments. John and Bret support continuation of the
existing policy or perhaps granting additional flexibility. The Parks and
Planning Commissions support a reduction in the minor street width
requirement and support sidewalk development in conjunction with 32 -ft
minor streets when traffic volumes justify separation.
As a compromise, it may make sense to establish a range of acceptable
widths for residential streets, thus allowing a reduction in street widths
where appropriate. This alternative would require street widths to be
established on a case-by-case basis.
Under this alternative, there is likely to be some cost savings to developers,
which should be converted to an increase in fees for services that are not
funded entirely by the current fee program, which would include wastewater
treatment plant and trunk water system funding.
Table outlining facets of three basic alternatives; Summary of survey of road
width requirements in other cities; Report provided by Steve Grittman;
Report from Bret Weiss, City Engineer; Excerpt from subdivision ordinance
pertaining to roadway width requirements; Residential Streets article from
American Society of Civil Engineers; Memo from traffic engineer, Stgar-
Roacoo-Fausch, detailing street width issues; Article from newspaper on non -
point pollution; Information on subdivision design for planning periodicals.
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THREE ALTERNATIVES FOR
MODIFICATION OF STREET WIDTH STANDARDS
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Eelabl!Sh Rartpeg
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Establish acceptable range - 28-32 it
Would alow flexibility
Esfabbsh road width based on Criteria each as
terrain, oxlsting from. lots served, etc.
Street width geared ro akrlt dopsnding on cntoria
Com savings each Om s road Is buil c 3211
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No Change
Significant Reduction
MARGINAL
Current standard - 32 it
Proposed standard - 29 If
ACCESS 6
CUL-DE-SACS
No flexibility in reducing standard on a
No flaxib" in raising standard on a
Casa-bycase basis
case -by -cm basis
Used Commonly for low traffic neighborhood
or cukfo-sac streets, no sidewalks
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Ample on-stroat psrkhlg - t aide
Tres preservation 6 groan space
Utility A omergoncy vehicle access
Snow romovaVmairlenance
Provides obow room for pedestrians
Cost
Common standard among many cities
Liveabitty
Storm sower siting
NeWWU
Parking on street to rare & banned In wimor
May not be appropriate for long CuWo-ucs
Snow romoval a maintenance costs
Might rwutro contract removal of ertow
Troo mortality
Reduced mamwerlrg space for ulWty, 6
No 0061 savings with statue qW
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Narrower standard than most cities
Cost savings In ovamtction Il maim.
Savings an be oflsol by other Increases In facts
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Eelabl!Sh Rartpeg
for Rexbility
Establish acceptable range - 28-32 it
Would alow flexibility
Esfabbsh road width based on Criteria each as
terrain, oxlsting from. lots served, etc.
Street width geared ro akrlt dopsnding on cntoria
Com savings each Om s road Is buil c 3211
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IWrwn standard - 36 h
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traffic function
Pedestrian traffic on roadway
,Bike traffic on roadway
City erow removal of pedestrian walling area
on street
Allows perking on bath sides of street
Amplo room for amsgorcy vohicles
N@WtM High vehicle traffic a pedestrian traffic rnix
Pedestrian eatery Issue - liability
Brow removal 6 maintenance expense
associated with maintaWng on-stroen parking
lano that is rarely, used
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Skyti scant Reduction
Reduce standard to 32 h
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Establish Ranges
for Flexibility
Reduce atandard to 32 It
Require sidewalks separating pedestrians ham Require W wales separating pedestrians from
traffic. Bike traffic remains on street. traffic. Bike traffic remains on avow.
Separate* pedestrian from vehicle traffic
Costs equal to Ahemetlro I
Sufficient room for emergency vehicle*
Allows for parking on one slits with one, rare
to find cars perking on epponit9 sides d street
Lowar maintenance 6 anew removal costs
Separates pedestrian from Venda traffic
:alas equal to Ahamativo I
'sufficient room for emergency vehicles
Allows for perking on one side with ase. rare
to find are parking an opposite aides d street
Lower malrtananee 6 snow removal coats
Rosidants rasponslbN for tldarslk Brow removal Raaldorde responsiMe for sidewalksnow removal
Roductbn but edoqusto on-wrom psrkhp Roduatlon but adequate an-strw parking
No capital cost savinge No capital coat savings
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Street I Establish Ranges
TWO i No Chanoe Siprdtioard ReMxUon for FlexiWity
COLLECTOR Icuffent etardard - 44 n No Change Proposed No change proposed
STREETS
Applied who. mad sones a large area - high
volume w35 mph speeds
PedWrlan traft off roadway
B ko traffic ortW roadway
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RESULTS OF STREET WIDTH SURVEY BY CITY SIZE
MONTICELLO'S CURRENT STANDARD IS HIGHLIGHTED IN YELLOW
Minor Street Street Widths (feet) face to fac
20-22 24 -2'' 2627 18.25, 30.31 32.331 34 39 38 38 40 4: 44 44
Ctty Size —
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Totals 1 4 5 6 25 30 8 8 0 0 2 0
Percent 1% 4% 6% 7% 28% 34% 9% 9% O% 0% 2% 0%
Percent of cities with narrower mirm streets. 89%
Percent wb minor streets of equal width. 9%
Percent of Cities vvah wider minor streets. /),,ace Marginal or Cutdesac Street Widths (f to face
20-29 24 -2'. 26212&20 30.31 32.3734-35 38 38 40.4; 44 +44
Up to 10 1( i2 3 _4 3_ 3 _9 8 _3
101Zto201_ 1 _ 2 4 8 2
20 k to 30 N—_ — 1 - 2_ —3 - 5 — —1 _ - - -
Over 30 K 1 J 2 4 —6 •— 1 -- --
totals 3 3 9 9 14 28 8 7 0 0 0 0
Percent 4% 4% 11% 11% 16% 35% 8% 9% 0% O% 0% 0%
Percent of cbes with narrower marginal atom. 48%
Percent with marginal streets of equal wkah. 35%
Percent of Close with wider mmalnd streets 10%
Collector Bout Widths (feet) face to face
city Size 20-23124.212627 28.29 30-31 32-"34-35 38 38 40- /; 44 +44
Up to 10 K z - —1 - 2 -9 _i -6 -7 5 -7-0'T
10Kto20V - -- - --3 —1 '-- 2 1
20kto30r - - - 7�_�-_-1 3 _ 0 3
Over 361( 1 1 1 2 3 2
tomb 2 2 0 1 3 11 2 12 8 10 10 0
Percent 3% 3% 0% 1% 4% 14% 3% 10% 11% 13% 2 r1S S%
( Parcard ot titles vAth narrower collector streets. 67%
Derce t with Cobctor streets of equal w4dlh. 25%
percent of Ceelen with wNdn Custom tune, flt/ SD
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Jeff O'Neill
FROM: Bob Iarmis / StaOW GMtman
DATE: 7 February 1997
RE: Monticallo - Residential Street Width Standards
FILE NO: 191.06-97.02
BACKGROUND
The CV of Monticello asrently requires all minor m6ift ttial streets to have a aur to sub
width of 36 feet, and marginal access or c uWa-ciao uareets to have a width of 32 foot The
Park CornmiSsion has raised the Issue that this vAdlh roquiroment may be axweL,,ve and
has nequwted filet the C ft cor>aidw a lesser width requl emertt particularly for low volume
residential streets. The Purpose of this mer .crandum Is to provide a base of information
regarding the street width issue and spactfically highlight the advantages and
disadvantages of wide (i.e., 36 feat) and narrow (i.e., 28 to 32 feet) roadway widths.
In 19%, the City cortsidered fhb Issue and revised the marginal access Street definitions.
The effect of this mvislon was to Increase the number of such Streets which would quality
for 32 foot Mdth owatnnxion standards.
ISSUES AWALYSIS
Exindnp Ragtdt n enb. Section 11-3.1 of the We Subdivision Ordinance esublistwa
minimum rlght-o?-way and pavement widths for the City's varlow Stmt clawitroatlons.
These mininuun dhnauions areIlstW bele
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Right -of -Way Pavement Width
(r Width (Face to Face of Curb)
Arterial Street 100 feet 52 feet
Ccllector Street 70 feet 44 feet
Minor Street 60 feet 36 feet
Cul-de-sac or Marginal 60 feet 32 fest
Access Service Streets
Alley 30 feet 1 20 feet
Pedestrian Way 10 feet WA
Private Common Access 30 feet 20 feet
Alleys In Industrial or 24 feet 20 feet
Commercial Areas
One-way Abp, Residential 16 feet 12 feat
Two-way A*p, Residential 20 feet i 16 feet
As shown above minor streets, (which include many local residential streets) require right-
of-way widths of 60 feet and pavement widths of 36 feet As noted previously, the City
r Parks Commission has raised issue that the 36 pavement width may be excessive. This
position is related in pan to a desire to expand boulevard width&within which sioewalks
may be constructed.
Width Analysis. There are advantages and disadvantages to Moth the existing 36 foot
pavement width requiremant and a lesser width (Le., 28 feet). The following is a listing of
advantages and disadvantages associated with each alternative.
38 Foot Pavonant Width
Advantages:
• Pavement width is highly conductive to on4trnet parfdng on Doth sides of the street
• 36 foot wide streot widths aro tyle to accommodate on-stroat pathways, a typically
cheaper alternaWe to off-street sidewalks and trails.
• 36 foot wido streets aro less likely to experience vehicle congestion than 28 foot
wide streets.
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Disadvantages:
• 36 foot streets generally promote higher traffic speeds than 28 foot streets. Such
vehicular speeds may raise pedestrian safety concerns.
• 36 foot wide streets are more expensive to construe and maintain than 28 foot wide
streets. These Increased costs may (or may not) be passed onto the consumer.
• 36 foot wide streets produce greater amounts of storm water runoff than narrower,
28 foot wide streets.
• Often times 36 foot wide streets represent an 'overbuilCi condition in low traffic
volume neighborhood settings.
• On -street paths provided within 36 foot wide streets are generally considered less
safe than oft -street sidewWk1pathway alternatives.
• The existing 36 foot wide pavement width requirement fof local streets exceeds
width requirements of most area communities. `
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• Within the context of a residential neighborhood, wider streets may be considered
less visually appealing than narrow streets.
28 Foot Pavement Width
Advantages•.
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• Narrower street widths generally promote slower traffic speeds. As a result, such
streets are considered safer from a pedestrian awdpoint
• Narrower (28 foot wide) streets are loss costly to construct and maintain (lesser
street area) than wider 36 foot streets. A developer may (or may not) be able to
pass such cost savings on to the consumer.
• Such streets produce lessor amounts of stomtwater runoff than wider 36 foot wide
streets,
• Narrower street widths In combination with 60 foot rights-of-way provide greater
amounts of boulevard (green space) than 36 foot wide streets
• Arguably, 28 foot wilds streets more accurately reflect hutdIonal now (vehicular
capacity) then 36 foot wide struts In low density residential areas.
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• 28 foot wide street widths would provide additional boulevard area within which off-
street sidewalks or trails may be constructed. Off -stmt sidewalks/paths are
generally considered safer and more visually appealing than on -street facilities.
• Minimum lot widths in Monticello (80 feet) provide adequate frontage for off-street
Parking. Thus It is contended that congestion resulting from narrowed street widths
would be minimal in new developments.
• Generally speaking, fire safety is not jeopardized by narrower streets. In some
cases, cities have posted 'no parking' signs on one side of a street to ensure fire
vehicle access.
• Narrower streets result in less snow to plow, thus les snow storage area is
required.
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• Narrower streets are often considered more aesthgticaly pleasing In a
neighborhood setting than wider streets by allowing additional'green area'.
• Narrowed (i.e., 28 foot wide) residential streets are recommended by numerous
engineering and planning reference doa rents, incl" but not limited to the
following:
1. Resklendal Sheets, Second Addition, American Society of Civil Engineers,
/ National Association of Home Builders and the Urban land Institute.
2. Residentlal Sheet Design and Traffic Control Institute of Transportation
Engineers (ITE).
3. Traffic Engineering for Neo-Tradi wal Nelghboftod Design, An
Informational Report. ME Technical Committee, 1994.
4. Traffic Calming - Ideas Info Procks. ITE 1993 Compendium of Technical
papas.
S. The Subd/vision and Site Plan Handbook. Ustokln and Walker. See
Attached right-of-way profiles.
Disadvantages:
• 28 foot wide streets cannot slmultansously accommodate twoway vehicular traffic
and parking on both sides of a street.
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• Narrow, 28 foot wide streets may have a result of being more 'congested' than
wider 36 foot wide streets.
Future Actlon. The initial question to be in this matter is whether or not the
Planning Commission wishes to consider a change to the existing pavement
standard for minor (local) streets. H a determinati 's made th4the existing standard is
excessive, such issues as appropriate width Q._ , 28 feet), Parking restrictions and
sidewalk policy should then be addressed.
RECOMMENDATION
Based on information highlighted in this mernorarwha it is the opinpn of our office that the
existing 36 foot street (pavement) width nxWnWd for mingr streets is excessive.
Provided proper on -street parking requirements are ' we fgal a 28 foot wide street
can adequately fulfill a function of safety channeling c thnwpb low density residential
neighborhoods. Reeognizing, however, that • ' collector' treets have a different
function than 'minor streets (carrying higher volumes of traffic) we suggest a minimum
pavement width of 32 feet for such street.
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Memorandum
To: Mr. Jeff O'Neill, Assistant City Administrator
City of Monticello
From: Bret A. Weiss, P.E., City Engineer
WSB do Associates, Inc.
Date: February S, 1997
Re: Consideration of Recommending Amendments to Subdivision Design
Guidelines With Regard to Street Width Standards
WSB Project No. 1010.00
This memorandum is written to you in response to consideration of amending the subdivision
standards related to street widths in the City of Monticello. As was mentioned in much of
the information you provided to the Planning Commission, this issue was discussed many
times prior to 1994, but came to the forefront with a request from the developers of the River
Mill Subdivision. At that time, many personal positions were discussed and it became
obvious that arguments to leave the policy alone and to change the policy were using the
same criteria to make a case. At that time, the staff stated that those widths were based
largely on a quality of life issue, however, as you have pointed out, with some financial
considerations. With this memo. I would like to back up from the issue slightly and address
some of the comments previously submitted by the planner while hoping to achieve a
common goal of developing a process that is effective for the City of Monticello.
1994 Decision
The 1994 Council decision that is included in the Planning Commission packet is
missing some of the key elements of the Council decision. At that time, the Council
decided that in their opinion, they did not want to reduce the current standards, with
the exception that they directed City staff to look more liberally toward utilizing 32-
foot wide streets. In my estimation, this change had an immediate affect on how the
staff viewed street projects from that day to the present. Contrary to the statement in
Mr. Grittman's memo that Monticello currently requires all streets to be designed to
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Mr. Jeff O'Neill. Assistant City Administrator
City of Monticello
February 5, 1996
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a 36 -foot wide curb -to -curb standard, the following subdivisions were completed
following the Council decision and would suggest that we have worked toward
adapting Monticello standards to the use of more 32 -foot wide streets.
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As can be seen from the above chart, the City has dramatically increased the
percentage of 32 -foot wide streets and in many instances, the newer plats have a
higher percentage of 32 -foot wide streets than 36 -foot wide streets. A couple of other
comments on the following subdivisions:
- River Mill
Hart Boulevard, which extends through the twin home area adjacent to Hawk's
Bar was designed to a 36 -foot wide width, when in the past, it would have
been considered as a mini -collector street through a t lture commercial area
and may have been considered to be designed to a 44 -foot wide standard.
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Sheet Width (Feet)
Sttbdivision/Project
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321 Wide
36' Wide 40' Wide 44' Wide
Klein Farms I st Addition
I J00
3,810
Klein Fauns 2nd Addition
1,470
870
Proposed Klein Farms 3rd Addition
4,810
2,980
River Mill Subdivision
1,800
6,600
School Boulevard
4,900
Briar Oakes Estate Plat 2
500
1.290
Dundas Road
440
Eastwood Knoll
700
1,650
Meadow Oaks 4th Addition
570
Cardinal Hills Sth Addition
900
900
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As can be seen from the above chart, the City has dramatically increased the
percentage of 32 -foot wide streets and in many instances, the newer plats have a
higher percentage of 32 -foot wide streets than 36 -foot wide streets. A couple of other
comments on the following subdivisions:
- River Mill
Hart Boulevard, which extends through the twin home area adjacent to Hawk's
Bar was designed to a 36 -foot wide width, when in the past, it would have
been considered as a mini -collector street through a t lture commercial area
and may have been considered to be designed to a 44 -foot wide standard.
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February 5, 1996
Page 9
Dundas Road
Dundas Road is designed to serve an industrial area and would normally have
been designed to a collector standard of 44 -foot wide. That street width was
reduced down to 40 feet in cooperation with the developer at the suggestion
of the City.
Klein Farms 3rd Addition
Klein Farms 3rd Addition has not been discussed as a staff as to which streets
will be designed to what width and in fact, at the recent planning commission
meeting, it is my understanding that the subdivision street design was
significantly altered. 1 feel that the City staff could adequately negotiate the
widths for the Klein Farms 3rd Addition as we have on other recent plats. It
should be noted that much of the concern in this plat has to do with the north -
south streets. Both of the streets are intended to cant' traffic from 130 homes
or in excess of 1,300 trips per day and possibly could serve more as they are
extended to the south with future development.
Planning Recommendations
The memo completed by the City Planner, Steve Grittman, contains many of the
common arguments utilized to influence the reduction of street widths to the most
minimum width possible. However, as you read through the advantages for the
narrower streets, many of the issues use subjective criteria that have not been proven
in studies. In fact, from a speed standpoint, many studies have shown that there is
\ little or no impact to speeds with narrower streets or even obstructions. Recent
studies of traffic -calming devices used by the City of St. Paul have shown that the
devices create a sense of comfort for pedestrians, but in fact, do not slow the traffic.
Further, in my opinion, the visual appearance of a street has much more to do with the
landscape of the area in question and the manner in which the arca is maintained than
it does with an additional four to six feet of pavement. Obviously, as you read the
memo, you will see that many of the issues relate directly to personal preference,
which is a fine attribute to use in developing standards, however, it should be used in
combination with reasonable design standards related to traffic volumes, access from
1 neighborhoods, and terrain conditions.
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City of Monticello
February 5, 1996
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Emergency Vehicle Access
Engineers have traditionally used the emergency vehicle criteria as a crutch to
maintain adequate street widths without implementing much engineering
documentation to support their claims. However, the type and size of equipment
typically utilized by municipal fire departments does require at least a 24 -foot wide
clearance and reasonable horizontal curvature to gain access to residential
neighborhoods.
It is my understanding that the 36 -foot wide streets were originally developed to allow
for parking on both sides of the street while still maintaining a 24 -foot wide drive lane
through the center which allows for two-way traffic and emergency vehicle access.
Further, a 32 -foot wide street would allow for the same type of access, but with
parking on one side instead of two. While these standards have somewhat gone by
the wayside, there was a reason for their initial implementation.
Resident Support
Many cities in the Twin Cities area are currently being besieged with the
incorporation of new urbanisnt/neo-traditional plat requests. Without getting into too
much detail, these plat requests involve many variances from standard city policies,
including, but not limited to, narrower streets, sidewalks, alleys, and setbacks. While
it is my opinion that not everyone wants the type of neighborhood created by this
change in thinking, some people do. Concurrently, not everyone is of the opinion that
28 -foot wide streets are the preferred option, or conversely, that 36 -foot wide streets
are. In fact, we found through street reconstruction projects that most people want
what they have and the street width becomes a matter of public perception or quality
of life.
Currently, Monticello does have a full range of street widths in some of the older
sections of town. The streets are as narrow as 24 feet with rural design ditches. It
won't be long when the City faces the decision of reconstructing those streets and will
have to decide what standards to follow. If the current policy is utilized, many of
those streets will be significantly wider than what they are today, even though that
i may not make the most sense for the area, or we will face another modification to the
subdivision design. Recently, we rebuilt Gillard Avenue, which is split between the
Mr. Jeff O'Neill, Assistant City Administrator
City of Monticello
February S, 1996
Page S
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City and the Township, to a 24 -foot wide width Waal section. This is not completed
according to the City standards, but is what made sense in the area.
Summary
In lieu of the fact that this subject continually seems to be an issue between staff
members and in an effort to try to develop some reasonable standards that can be used
to evaluate street systems, I would favor a more refined process to decide what street
widths should be utilized in the City of Monticello. Basing the decision on the visual
appearance of a street, unfortunately, has never played a great part in engineering
design. Additionally, scare tactics to try and make a point that the street is safer or
speeds are slower, which cannot be proven and has not been proven, should also not
be used by either side. Functionality, and to some extent, cost should be the factors
used to develop the street network. Cost cannot be used as the only factor or it should
be also used for all other city -provided activities. Further, cost should not be used as
a convenient excuse for lessening standards that do have some basis.
Currently, our process has been to evaluate the number of lots using a street to decide
whether a street is 32 or 36 feet wide. In many cases, there have been negotiations
between staff members and in many instances, I believe have resulted in reasonable
solutions. 1 would favor a loosening of the strict standards noted in the subdivision
ordinance, however, I would not recommend streets narrower than 32 feet in urban
settings. While I understand that reducing to 28 feet might provide several additional
feet of green space, it is not reasonable to suggest that sidewalks will be placed along
all of these streets. We currently have a maintenance problem with the downtown
sidewalks and the long -tens cost of maintenance of sidewalks is much greater than
additional bituminous pavement. 1 would hope that the City staff could get together
and develop some standards for various residential streets and commercial streets to
develop a range of street widths that could utilized under different conditions. I think
this would be an excellent topic for discussion at a joint meeting between the
commissions that the Mayor has previously mentioned, and through a process of
building consensus, we can develop standards to achieve the goals of all of
Monticello.
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roam a+a trate a that tr1� deCilOnt word made by 1rr cw CounC1 a+d nor knprre & ar mics it p
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(G) Alleys shall be provided in commercial and industrial districts,
except that this requirement may be waived where other definite and
assured provision is made for service access such as off-street
loading, unloading, and parking consistent with and adequate for the
uses proposed. Except where justified by special conditions such as
the continuation of an existing alley in the same block, alleys will
not be approved in residential districts. Dead-end alleys shall be
avoided wherever possible; but if unavoidable, such dead-end alleys
may be approved if adequate turnaround facilities are provided at the
closed end.
(H) Dedication of half streets will not be approved except where it is
essential to the reasonable development of the subdivision and in
conformity with the other requirements of these regulations, where it
is found that it will be practical to require the dedication of the
other half when the adjoining property is subdivided, or where it
becomes necessary to acquire the remaining half by condemnation so
that it may be improved in the public interest.
(I) For all public ways hereafter dedicated and/or accepted, the minimum
right-of-way and paved width for streets, thoroughfares, alleys, or
pedestrian ways included in any subdivision shall not be less than the
minimun dimensions for each classification as follows:
Where the existing or anticipated traffic on primary and secondary
thoroughfares warrants greater widths of rights-of-way, these shall
be roquired.
MONTICELLO SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE TITLE XI/Chet 5/pAee!=9
. SP
PAVED
RIGHT-OF-WAY (face
to face of curb)
Arterial Street
100
feet
52 feetc4kc•e�
Collector Street
70
foot
44 feet
-yt Minor Street
60
feet
36 feet -.r 33'
�t Cul-de—sac or Marginal
Access Service Streets
50
feet
32 feet -apse
Alley
30
feet
20 feet
Pedestrian Way
10
feet
N/A
*Private Common Access
30
feet
20 feet
Alleys in Industrial or
Commercial Areas
24
feet
20 feet
Ono -way Alleys, Residential
16
feet
12 feet
Two-way Alleys, Residential
20
feet
16 feet
*The City Council may choose
to approve private
common access for
P. U. D., townhouse development,
etc.,
where appropriate. Standards for
said access, however, shall comply with minimums 'as
outlined for minor
streets (except ROW) and all other
provisions
as required by the City
Council.
Where the existing or anticipated traffic on primary and secondary
thoroughfares warrants greater widths of rights-of-way, these shall
be roquired.
MONTICELLO SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE TITLE XI/Chet 5/pAee!=9
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CouncilMinutes - 9/12/94
Consideration of amendine minor and mareinal access/cul-de-sac street
width requirements.
Assistant Administrator ONeill reported that the request to amend street
width requirements for minor and marginal access/cul-de-sac streets comes
from developers who believe that Monticello street width requirements are
extreme when compared to contemporary standards. 0Neill explained that
a marginal access or cul-de-sac street serves a limited number of properties
and that a minor street is typically a street that serves numerous properties
within a residential area and provides a local "collector" function. The
minor street width requirement in Monticello is 36 ft The marginal access
street width requirement is 32 ft. Research by the City Engineers staff
shows that Monticello does require wide streets when compared to other
cities. Of the cities surveyed, 8% had 36 -ft wide minor streets and 2% were
greater than 36 ft. For marginal streets, 28% of those surveyed were at our
standard of 32 ft, with 6% greater than 32 ft and another 7% greater yet.
In his report, ONeill reviewed reasons to continue the present standard
such as safety, easier plowing, better maneuverability, additional area for
pedestrian movement, and availability of parking on both sides of the street.
He also outlined reasons in favor of narrower street widths such as a
limited need for off-street parking, creation of a neighborhood atmosphere,
likelihood of slower speeds, lower maintenance and replacement costa, less
run-off, and less environmental impact.
O'Neill went on to report that the Planning Commission reviewed the
matter at its September 6 meeting, and they felt that the reasons for
amending the street widths outweighed the reasons for maintaining the
existing requirement; therefore, Planning Commission favors amending the
ordinance as proposed. ONeill added that as another alternative, the
variance process could be used to handle special circumstances that might
justify narrower road widths for a particular subdivision.
During discussion, Councilmembers noted that they favored the wider
streets because it is easier to see children, wider streets are safer, and it
affords a place for pedestrians in lieu of sidewalks. Allowing narrower
streets could result in the need for sidewalks, which places an unfair
expense to homeowners on the side chosen for placement of sidewalks.
Shirley Anderson stated that she supports the current ordinance.
John Simola, Public Works Director, noted that he also profers wider
streets, and the added expense associated with sealcoating and overlaying is
minimal. Simola and the City Engineer noted that the right-of-way
requirement should be increased to from 80 ft 60 ft for marginal access
stroets to provide sufficient area in the boulevard for placement of signs.
Council Minutes - 9/12/94
Jon Bogart, a current member of the Planning Commission, agreed with the
60 -ft right-of-way requirement but noted that he disagreed with
maintaining the wider street requirement. He pointed out that wider
streets promote children playing in the street, on -street parking, and higher
traffic speeds. In addition, the cost to plow wider streets is higher, and
eventually, in an effort to reduce pollution of lakes and streams, the PCA
will crack down on the water quality and amount of run-off from streets.
The Mayor noted that he would not have a problem with alternative #3,
which would maintain the current ordinance of 36 ft for minor street width,
but Council would review all proposed roads to determine which category
each would fall.under. Councilmember Herbst favored the idea of
developers obtaining a variance, provided that the street width is never less
than 32 ft.
After discussion, a motion was made by Warren Smith and seconded by
Shirley Anderson to deny amendment of minor and marginal access/cul-de-
sac street width requirements, but approved as amendment of the right-of-
way width from 50 ft to 60 ft for marginal access roads. Motion carried
unanimously. SEE ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 255.
Planning Commission Minutes - 9/6/94
13. Consider recuestine the Citv Council to consider amendmentA to the
subdivision standards relatine to width of minor and mareinal cul-de-sac
streets. minor streets 36 ft to 32 ft. marrinal access/cul-de-sacs 32 ft to
28 ft.
Assistant Administrator 0Weill explained the River Mill residential
developer's request to have the City Council consider amendments to
subdivision standards relating to width of minor and marginal access cul-
de-sac streets, minor streets 36 ft to 32 ft, and marginal access/cul-de-sacs
32 ft to 28 ft. OTleill requested that the Plann;np Commission members
consider this completely separate from the River Mill subdivision.
Discussion amongst Planning Commission members centered around the
widths of streets in relationship to the proposed River Mill plat as an
example.
With there being no further discussion, the consensus of the five Planning
Commission members present was to recommend that City Council consider
street widths apart from the River NO subdivision.
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subcollec or.
36 Raaidential Struts
in the width of the moving lane is not necessary. where moving
lanes arc bounded by a vertical curb, the width should be increased
to 11 feet since drivers tend to shy away from the curb and drive
toward the center of the street.
Residential streets can be divided into two separate one-way
streets to preserve a desirable natural feature, minimize other-
wise necessary grading of steep terrain, or provide an attractive
entryway lFigure 2.11 1. Planners must account fur nighttime vis-
ibility and rapid perception of the traffic division point. Paired
one-w7y residential streets, even single fruntage, may be ncucssary
in areas characterized by steep terrain.
Pavement Widit
Decisions regarding pavement width have significant conic•
quences for a numbs of characteristics, including resultant ve-
bfcle speeds, visual scale, and the cost of constructiun and main-
tenance, and, therefore, are of great importance in designing a
residential eommunivA The width of a street should be based
upon both the volume and type of expected traffic and the amount
of on -street parking that will be generated as well as upon the
place of the street in the street hierarchy jacceas street, subcollec-
oar, collector) (Figure 2.121•
Residential street psvernent width practices have evolved largely
from traditional moving lane, puking lane, and design speed con-
cepts. KstozicaIN widths were linked to considerations of cun-
venience for the !argent vehicle that might use the street. Such
design approaches are appropriate for arterial streets but are dif•
ficult to luctify for residential streets that serve a small number
of homes.
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Figurc 2-I2: Widths .chnuid
consistent with traffic neves.
Figure 2.13: Owdesign: a rru,-
wide street arreautages (aster
speeds and i.a unatttactim.
T -v t!e: n of appropriate pvcm:nc widths rust ac== for
Fe.:< ::ai£c volume, pxlcm; n:ea and canr:cls. likely
and limiratii:n-m im;csed ',y sigh: distarcea, ell•
:.,rr.:n, :nd maintenance re1c:remit ats. Dcs:gnen should
width that w:!:::u:nat;y sarisiy all real•
:he -el_ r minittti:i :g const: a:twn and :veragt annual
ea.:r:c _im Tlu teader_ey Di mony cor.;maaities to eQuate
xtd.rs:rec:iwt:hbctterstreecsan, to 4siga::a:=:and parking
-=s- the street w•e% ] ',rm.r91rer%vv; ' is a highly
tuc 1!- or 12•foot
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38 Resid4ntial Streats
On subcollectors, a 26-foor•wide pavement provides eithtr two
parking lanes and a moving or traffic lane or one parking lane and
two moving lanes. (In the absence of adequate off-street parking,
a 284out pavement may be preferable if continuous on -street park.
ing is expected along both sides of the street.) For a cul-de-sac or
other access street, a 22- or 24 -foot -wide pavement is adequate.
Widening the access street a few more feet does not significantly
increase capacity but does permit wider moving lanes that, in
tum, tend to encourage higher -speed driving lFigure 2.14). A wide
access street also lacks the more intimate scale that otherwise
makes it an attractive setting for housing
Once the traffic from tributary local streets has reached suffi-
cient volume so that two clear traffic lanes are needed, the street
becomes a collector street. A collector street should be designed
as a higher -speed traffic artery that permits relatively swift and
unrestricted automobile movements. Collector streets with a
pavement width of 36 feet provide for adequate traffic movement
and two curb parking lanes (Figure 2.14). Where houses do not
have access to the collector street and parking is not normally
needed, two moving lanes of pavement are adequate, with shoul-
ders graded for emergency parking. Ideally, homes should not front
on a collector street in order to avoid the multiple traffic hazards
Of street parking automobiles entering the street from driveways,
and children who may dart unseen intu the roadway (Urban Land
institute, 19671. Table 2.3 summarizes the pavement width rec-
ommendations:
Table 2.3
Recommended Pavement widths
Street Type Pavement Width Ift.l
Access Street (place nr lane) 22.24
Subenllector 26*
Collector 36''
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Right-of-way Widths
The right-of-way width should be curly as wide as necessary for
the street pavement and other facilities and uses, including side.
walks, utilises, drainahm, street trees, snow storage, and grading.
Iilankat requirements for rights-of-way of So feet or more, often
mandated by ordinances, are seldom Justified for subcollectora and
access streets.
A right -of -wry width allowance for future street widening is
unnecessary in well-planned residential neighborhoods that are
designed to disetnuage thruugh traffic an residential streets. Since
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STAFTRANVCKTATIONa!RGULTARROSCOE-FAUSCH, INC.
CONSING ENGINEERS & PLANNERS
a CIVM • MUCIL%%L ■ E`IV=NMEVLLL ■ RIML`lG
SRF No. 0942098
1 ° �� t` ✓jst� �` MEMORANDUM
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Sa ; Lt TO: David K Montebello, P.E.
i p Assistant Highway Engineer
Wright County Department of Highways
FROM: Nancy Heuer, P.E.
DATE: August 2, 1994
SUBJECT: TRAFFIC STUDY FOR THE KRAUTBAUER
PROPERTY IN MONTICELLO
This memorandum provides a brief summary of preliminary Information for the
Krautbauer property traffic study. It provides an estimate of the number of trips
generated by the proposed development and a discussion of appropriate street
widlhs for the subdivision.
T-r:ip Generation
The proposed site plan, dated July 27, 1994, 4*4udes 87 single family dwelling
units, 94 twin home dwelling units and two commercial lots. Trips generated by
Hawks Bar will also contribute to traffic levels on proposed and existing streets.
The number of daily and peak hour trips have been estimated using either the
Institute of Transportation Engines (ITE) Trio Gene,ation manual or recent
articles In the ITE Jgyrnal. The estimated trip generation for each land use is
summarized In Tablo 1. The proposed development is expected to generate a
total of 3.640 daily and 340 P.M. peak hour trips. An estimate of the number of
trips generated by Hawks Bar will be made following field observations.
The estimated trips will be assigned to the street system according to a
directional distribution assumed to be similar to the distribution of existing traffic
on the streets around the project. Based on 1393 traffic volumes, forty percent
of the site -generated traffic would be assigned to the west on C.SAH. 75 and to
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/ the east on 1-94, and ten percent would be assigned to the south on County
Road 119 and to the east on C.S.A.H. 39. When completed, the trip assignment
will include appropriate trip reduction factors to take Into consideration the
effects of multi-purpose and pass -by trips.
Street bVidths
There are several factors which should be considered in the determination of
residential street widths. These include:
• The overall function of the street in providing for access and mobility
• The need to provide for pedestrian and non -motorized vehicle traffic
• The need to provide for on -street parking
Most of the streets in the proposed development are residential in nature and
none of them form a part of the city collector street system. Since they are being
constructed to serve the proposed neighborhood, they have been designed to
minimize through trips and vehicle speeds through the use of curvilinear
alignment and the use of T -intersections. Since providing access is the primary
function of these streets, high mobility and high speeds are less of a concern.
Wider streets tend to increase vehicle speeds; narrower widths tend to reduce
speeds.
Another Important fac or in the determination of street width is the need to
accommodate pedestrians and non -motorized traffic. The preferred method of
accommodating this traffic is to provide complete separation by using sidewalks,
bikeways and/or trails where pedestrian traffic is likely to be prevalent. For the
proposed development, most pedestrian activity would be along the streets
approaching the park and the commercial area.
The third important factor In the determination of sieel width Is the need to
provide on -street parking. In the proposed development, commercial and
resident parking will be provided ort -street; only residential visitor perking would
overflow to ft street.
Tho following text describes the way in which these needs aro addressed by
various street widths.
A 36 -foot wide streol provides excess width for two lanes of moving traffic and
for parking on one side. This street width also allows for some separation of
pedestrian and vehicle traffic where separate pedestrian facilities are not
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provided. Because a street of this width would generally provide more than
ample clearances where relatively little pedestrian activity and parking occur on
the street pavement, vehicular speeds tend to be higher.
A 32 -foot wide street provides for two lanes of moving traffic and for p3&Linq on
one side. Where on -street parking is limited, this width also provides for some
separation of pedestrian and vehicle traffic Complete separation through the
use of sidewalks is, however recommended. Again, vehicular speeds tend to be
somewhat higher where relatively little pedestrian activity and parking occur.
A 28 -foot wide street provides for two lanes of moving traffic or for one lane of
moving traffic where parking occurs on both sides. This street width does not
allow for much separation of pedestrian and vehicular traffic, hence the provision
of separate pedestrian facilities is strongly recommended wheree oede trian e
pce¢a,ent, i nes more restricted width tends to reduce vehicle speeds.
Based on this information, appropriate residential street widths this development
could be either 28 or 32 feet wide with sidewalks provided on one side an the
streets approaching the park and the commercial area. Parking prohibitions on
one side should be established at the time of construction. The street looping
around the commercial area, which will eventually serve additional commercial
development to the west, should be 36 feet wide because of higher traffic
volumes and the higher levet of truck activity expected in the area.
Additional Street Width References
The Institute of Transportation Engineers provides a table of local street design
guidelines in its Traffic Enaineeripa Handbook This recommends pavement
widths of 22 to 27 feet in low density areas and 28 to 34 feet in medium density
areas. A 36 -foot width Is only recommended in high density areas.
Other recommendations for residential street widths are found in Residential
Slreots: t>iec lvee. Princioles and Design Consideratigns, pubfished julotiy by
the Urban land Institute, the American Society of Engineers, and the National
Association of Homebuilders. This report discusses advantages and
disadvantages of various street widths, ranging from 16 feet to 36 feet A 36 -
foot street width, providing two traffic lanes and on -street emergency parking
lanes, Is recommended for collector streets. The report indicates that 26 -foot
wide streets, providing one traffic lane where parking occurs on both sides of the
street, are typical in many cities. Street widths less than 26 feet have definite
limitations.
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cc: Robert Murray, Residential Development, Inc.
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Report calls
for saving
Mississippi
from tainted
runoff water
By Tom Nleersman
stair writer
The upper Mississippi River between
Bemidji. Minn., and Minneapolis
ncttls major protection from polluted
runoff water. accordingto a report
released Thursday by tizens for a
Better Environment (CBE)
Amy Middleton. Mississippi River
project coordinator for CBE, said
that cities and industries along the
river are doing a better job of corn -
plying with pollution laws, but that
too ninny contaminants are still en-
tering the river from other sources.
"We see plowed fields and feedlots
next to the river in some place, and
pD to I pyjgRe a th d ro erl in right
UD ro %a t Re Doff the river in other
Q aces," said Middleton, who works
ret CBE's Minneapolis office. "Pollut>
ed runoff is the next frontier we need
to tackle for water Quality."
Middleton also reviewrd dischaige
ppeermitl for the lJ fbcilities alorter{{ the
hl ississippi between Bemidji srd the
drinking water treatment plant In
Fridley. Similar reviews by the Mid-
western environmental group ba
twetn 1986 and 1991 showed Qe-
yKent violations. but now many or
Kent
have been corrected,
the said.
Middleton listed several factors as
contributing to the Improvements,
including lawsuits or threats of suits
from environmental groups, better
enforcement of laws by the Minneso•
to Pollution Control Agency and
changing{ attitudes among some eom•
poor oFclals about the importance
or protecting the rnviranmen�
Article from Star Tribune
September 9, 1994
Patty Burke, .eater quality division
director at the Minnesota Pollution
Control Agency, said she is pleased
with the report, and excited that en-
vironmental groups are growing
more concerned about polluted run-
off water. She said the Miaiafpd
and other bodies of water ve
four times more pollution by weight
from runoff than from point soar
or discharges from the end of pipes.
Burke disagreed with the report's res.
ommendatton that companies prat
signs rrear discharge pipes that list the
Pollutants being emitted into the riv.
er. "we think that potting is probe.
bly an alarmist mechanism that will
not inform. but will misinform the
public about what the permittee is
really doing," she said.
Burke said posting the pollutants
might give the impression that
there's something wrong with the
Clean Water Act, which allows the
release of certain chemicals at tpedN
Ic levels, depending upon the glomi.
ty of surfbce water and the amount of
protection it needs.
8Ak
A complete revamp of raidential
street standards is under way in
this Colorado college town.
ouIder. Colorado, has a prob-
lem shared by cities across
t_he country. Too miinv of its streets
divide atlterthanincegnte.They
are single•purpose arteries. en•
phasi:ing cars over people. They
despoil the envircr_-ea: with their
ransive mperv!cus surfaces.
tey encourage speeding. And
ey suppor: faet'.ess suburban develop.
:tent pattern gun anteed to worsen uaf•
c congestion..
Residential Streets are key de:enn%
nan:a of neighborhood quality. They of•
fes a place to walk, to play–and of course
to park. Ye: ever since the star of the
pest•World War II housing boor.. resi•
dantial streets have betrome Increasingly
devoted to traffic movement. The wide
lanes required by today's codes lead to
higher speeds. mora accidents. and; eater
urpan fragmentation.
In recent years. many planners–and
eve= some traffic engineers–have begun
to question whether wider streets are as
funcnennl es their advocates cam. In•
ceanin-Sly, daaig=ers, public officals, and
developers–often spurred by neighbor•
hood activists–are considering _a vi:•
cues of a hierarchical street classification
that would provide for a variety of rest.•
de:tial street types, each reflex»ng dif•
fe!ent traffic conditions.
Boulder
Brims Back the
Neighborhood Street
Local history
ike -any western cities. Boulder was
udout. ;n350.onagrid based :n aaCC-
cot blovk and 25•foot lots. a pattern
od-izbly suited :o speculation, l: should
be noted, however, that the Bou:der Ct:y
Town Company set high rates for tov.n
lots, u: ;c 1' :CC :or a SJ by:=C•foc:
build:-.; etre. 3s:n :Stat it appesa. Scut•
der favor td s.: yr. ;rowtS.
The pcs ::-!d War 1! succi':::s::ns
d'uru;ttd :.. z pa:::rn, w•::'::a:;r.
lots and c,z:s s:: a::r.; ::rAlinta: scuta
and no e!e,%.:n :he 198Js an::=":s
More tui :•sats appeared, w::h tette:
connec:iens ;c ad:•aceat devei:;men:.
Today ::.e :i:;: is :Sar acrer'_ed by
rate of c .:wnersn!p Iwo vehi::es f^•
ever•tc:eept:pie•Anda
sig=' :an: ccs•
to -housing ca:an:e.Boulda.'se-piny
nent•tc•;ep :a:::n rano is 0.33 more
than sC pe::an: n:;ter :San the rr:: a fcr
theei;n:•::_n: =enve.met. c :arse-
Sion. !f :_... cu contxue t:ta:
er..picy-cn: • ..: as:ced popu:accn b;'
:OtO.
Bou:de: as: as several rt -en: on.
a :;Ies of -::s Sensitive e31de%::A: ;Iar,
ring. !n .S:,
Coca;ss a 3 _..:: aftordactt
prole:: r.. s •n_cr.erf•sryle sate: 'ns
5.3•x:: s s::e s:•_a :::c•pwna'_ :;en :;s:e
or, the a::::. s,za And it. 1992 an :;ntr
local de 'a.:;e: W:iltarn Coeurn but:
eonKa:.n; :: n:: a ':::::ran•an ,ace _: ce –
wttS'_aa:r::para;ea–arrays: a.c-;art
l&ice:•w.ae ac-ae: just eats: of :....
Lawn
By John M. Fernandez. AIC?
But these projects, both
planned uric developments, re•
sulted largely from individual
initiatives and not from a
coct_.unitywide vision of wha:
consnr:tes better urban deve!-
opment. Moreover, neither
would be allowed under the cur•
rent regulations. In the past,
:=e city's planning depart -tent used the
?L•t7 ordinance to vary street standards.
S _; as cnrce: � g: eco over liabiii:y, polis,••
-ake. s were u:wi"_,ng to gran: individual
waive -s L: the able:ca of new citywide
s:.ee: standuds.
For the most par recent new subdivi•
sions have compiled absolutely with the
letter of the Boulder rules, laid down in
:he :coin$ code and subdivision reguls•
:ions adopted in 1971. The result: three•
car ga:agesape unllotmirv, the 'loops
and lollipops* pattern exhibited so well
in the city's expanding northeast quad-
rant.
In 1992. the;laaning deparcaent. aware
of the commualty's Rowing unhappi-
ness with the look and operation of the
new subdivisions, decided to take a more
aggressive role In neighborhood design.
The staff noted that the city's 1989 trans-
portation mases plan called for new resi•
dential street guidell:es to enhance na!gh-
corhood aafet• and Uvabilly.
As it happened, a Largo new projec:
had just boon proposed for :he northeast
edge of the da–the I40•aere Four Mile
Creek. The ;inning department hire?
?etcr Brown• uer, an urban designer it..
Houston. to conduc: a design charant
before the proles. entered the develop-
ment review phase. Browntoured
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site and interviewed the develope-s, a
c'.ry to move beyond Simply responding
consortium oflocal builders, 7ben.world" g
to proposals to assuming a leadership
with other team members, be compared
role in deaning a vision for development.
construction costs for both a conven•
Under the leadership of its new planning
tional subdivision and a neoraditional
director, Will FleLWg. Boulder is now
design. complete with narrow areea and
attempting to relate its street design atan-
pedest ian paths, and drew sketch plan
dards to an overall community plaaeing
alternatives.
and urban design program.
The plan that resulted wu then pre-
sented to the developera, and they used
Complete overhaul
many of the neotraditional design ele-
The vehicle for this new approach Is the
meats In their olmexatien application.
Aeside=tW Ac:ess Project (MP), which
(The annexation ordinance was the legal
was Initiated jointly in the spring of 1992
device used to vary the ciry's greet a=-
by the city's planning and public works
dards.) The 209 -unit project is now under
departments. The impetus was the In•
eonsnvction. Its gridded meat plan In-
creasing rest:venessofnelghborhoodresi-
cludes both boulevards and sur. ow strers.
dents coucertied about traffic congestion.
It alto features short biochs: manor cours
At that point, the Manning staff proposed
(oblongcuWe•sacswith central land=;-
to broaden the residential street guide•
ing and parking): a seized Intersection
lines to include the entire movement
(road surface mat:hes elevation of cross-
network in residential areas and to create
walkl: traffic c?rc!as: and an alley. The,
urban design guidallnes.
is alto an extensive bicycle and pedes-
The entire proles, is being carried out
trian path network.
In house, with no special funding except
The Four Milo Creek exercise was con-
for a amall graphics budget. Both the
sidered a success in that it convinced the
public works staff mernber—a trap. -a,.
v��
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WE
ing. To molafy fire affi-
eials. the caaducs pro-
vide for E e se: -up areas
(pada long and wide
enough to ac:zmmcdate
fire trucks and close
enough together so fire
hoses can reach the hack
of all dwellingsi.
The standards would
also allow &!laps, which
are officially dscouraged
La the current subd vision.
regulations. The phase: s
noted that Boulder real•
deal consistenuly rats tra•
ditional aeig=cor :odds
wi•= afln-I as mcs: liv-
able.
Thedorsepinar::.gbca:d the d alio
enstaff s re:•
ommended st.te: pun.
posts Statement A :lear
definition of vier.: is es•
pe::ed to gui!c a:::aoee
involved is odr.,t=nater•
ing the new re;•:!atioas.
The final p: zposa! far pbue one is to
be presented m the planning board this
month. The tier. atop is to translate the
proposal into a= ordlaaaca for consider-
ation by the city council.Thst's erteaed
to be done this summer.
Phase two of W wf➢addresa tha brooder
topic of residen%W-uts desig=, Includ•
ing the building -street reladonahip, net.
work and'shared' smears (such
as the Dutch woonerfl. A set of perfor-
mance-based standards will parallel the
now presafpt!va staadsrds.
The1^^':'.g drart:=t to pursing
the CnK tine.=arch to the cast la a sub -
community plan now being prepared for
ncrh Boulder. ',%1th9=resldests spread
ova: 2,300 at -ea. 'NoBo' Is the least
developed of :ht c ev s nine subena:mu•
nities. It was annexed four veers ago, and
its many vocant and uaderudll:ad par•
crib ars cora.de.ed ripe for redevelop•
rn.ent.
A: a I3ve-day public eharene hold the
first week of stay In the National Guard
A:mc ry, mo: a :rim 300 citizens suggested
ways zf intezzirving the movement grid
and :econne—ing steer. The:: recom.
me:datio=s inc!uded':ot5 hou evaHs and
skiaav stree5. A Miami -based urban de.
Sign consulting lira Dove:, Kohl L- Part-
ne:3, is incorporating their reczm=eada-
tions and =any of the BAP concepts into
the plan being prepare'- for miry council
consider-adoc:aj ly.
Searching out models
Tae:: see=ed to be few mcdes when
Boulder stained this project two sum.
mersago. Mostjursdicicns st.'Il use some
variation of the highway -oriented street.
standards clan arose in the late 1930s
with the creation of the Federai Highway
Ad=iaistadoa and the 'Green Book'
published by AASHTO, the American
Association cf State Hfg=way and Trans-
portation Offic'ss
Ar_'en,2v, de3igae:s usoe'ated with the
movement zoning to be k=aw= as 'the
new urbanism'—Andres Cruany, Aaron
ivelesse=. A1t:P, Pete: Calthc7e. and oth•
ens—have received ccaside:abie media
arten:ion. Bu: =ost of their work has
been on lar;e tars of raw la=d, not the
inU proiers that are vpical of places
like Boulie:.
There are other modes w; --broader
applicabiliry to the Slratiocs in which
mor, plaa=e:s Pad themselves: infill, re-
developmeat, and fringe -area develop-
ment
One Such example !s an early one, the
'peformaace steep' standard adopted
by Bucks County, Pe=asylvamia,In 1990.
It provides a model ordinance that its.
c!udes a rich hierarchy of street types,
although its use as a model is limited by
the emphuls on cul-de-sacs and loop
streets, and Its lack of arention to alter•
native modes of travel.
The performaaze stints concept is alto
the basis of a new set of supplemental
standards for residential neighborhoods
now being considered by the city of Hous•
ton and surrou=ding liars County. The
dty cur. e=tly has only two types of regi•
dential smees: a 29 -loot pave=eat sec-
tion with a 90•foot or 60 -foot right-of-
way. The new standards would create
eight sweet types grid allow narrower
:teas in new s=b4%islons, with such de•
sign elements as'chicaaes' (jogs to slow
traffic; and ^.&recuts. The standards were
prepared by Peter Drown ha collabo;po�
t
T `7111
r''Eq s
1
tion with ?a^ ea 0. F=dson & Associ-
ates and -e^a Associate, both of Hous-
ton.
Portland, Oregon's 1.991 'slcany Teets'
ordinance applies to residenual blocks
where lots are over 5,000 square feet. It
allows :0 -foot -wide streets with parking
on one side, or26-foot-wide streets with
parking on both sides—thus over urming
the long-eacenched Idea that all streets
must provide at lean two through lanes
of traffic. Clry engineer Terry Bray re-
ports that 30 blocks of skinny streets
were built is the 1-st two conacuction
seasons.
Olympia, Washingren's state capital,
has approved tranrponation pollees that
prohibit new c_I•de•sacs. The policies,
adopted in 144:. are an outgrowth of a
visual preference ourvey and urian de-
sign plan undertaken with the help of
dew Jersey consultant Anton Nelessen.
Velessen also prepared the urban de-
sign guidellnes now being reviewed in
Santa Fe, New Mexico. She guidelines
offs: 16 distinct land•ute and circulation
rte.''• v��t�•+.
p:otcr^es. ltiid:.`s range downwsd ;o
13 fee% some'.=15 ne'cu:iding se...
baCx :lp L'::G.^..e':. a d :]Cruses as
cgb: as fou"Get. dnk Jtl' :O, IbG Cty's
newly acccinted r. --e c.ef, says he mp.
Fers :he nandards provided -,at new
r-ee:s'Fre. muc'- ;peep a Zc4oet;Iew
.one.- .^ear: ig char no parkLas rules
=as: pt S-, :c -!y emf :ec.
Ir Squ:m, Was ippon, a retirement
Cara. n:N on the 01.—pmc ?e.^-:=Sula, a
'bloc's standad' ime.ndes a :bfoet &Bev
in a Z7 -foo: easemec:. ?ubii: works di-
. ec:e: iici:xd ?a: ke- says the alleys work
-CU for ud!fr+ plac!ment and the dtv's
autpma'C- Sar=3;e coilecdon sysreca
Ancther mode! is the west end of
Vanccuve:, 5r. peb Cai•=bia. wheretainc
ca ming measures nave proven to be an
i.--ponaa; adipic: •c sree: standards.
SUM c'.csu:es and divene:s ?cave cre-
a:ed a pleasant waikfng !p•ri:onmeat W a
igh-nse dis tic: flanked by busy shop-
ping streets.
But the mos: Frp rising model is an
Australian one: the ;ode to- residential
deveicprnent prtra.ed to ::4: by the
plannipg aid housing depar=en: in the
state of Visors. T'::s exemplary dor.:-
men: covers the en:::a renc4en:tal envi-
=.mennt, Irorn jot or:Cn:a::cn :o repenal
ace.: ne-morks. and :t de -:nes a brad
hie:arcbv of local s:-ee:s.
The Virions code tnc!udes both pc-
fo mitrice-base:' and Fresccpve s::j,•mdards.
and is specific about details like deflec.
tion angles !for speed ecrt:roll. It also
requires that all dwellings be located no
rwuirtnndrd ro:rodun
nrnar4 o/strerm v Si—
orris. orris. Thr narmv st h t
+I I 1 Ian. (left;.
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^ore than 700 me:ers iabcut 2.30C feel
and three 'Junctions,' or tnteae^.:atu.
from a major street to balance the ismount
of lime mole: is are forced to spend is
low -speed anv:. ormems.
Most im;onant, the code requi. es de•
velopment planners to plot out pe -des.
:rias and bicycle lanes as well as the
usual environmental ccrstreiats and op•
portunities—bafore the street system is
laid out. In this. the Aus::alien plttmmirs
echo the advice of CaWorpia architect
Christophe: Alexander. who says that in
turban design, pedear: an spaces should
be designed ff: st. then the buildings. then
:he :pads.
Wendy Morna, the senior urban. de•
signer in :he dapan-ent's Melbourne
of ces.des:::cnd:ho::daInAlexandria,
Vi:giata, las: Oc:oce. at the firs: Con•
.is on the New Urbanism. She said a
F to making it effective has bee- :-ter•
.icc:plinar; wcrksheps: 'we found that
to -take real change !n building ;a::erna
theao who maka daslgr., penmrg, and
development da:inions must be involved
and re.: mined.'
Ready for change
Back In :he U.S., the Florida Deva. _eat
of Community Affairs has unden"en an
=..bidous project to develop-coM—.u•
pity design guidellnes' for evevhiag
frorp energy conservation to Wcrdabie
housL-.g to streets. The project's p=nd-
pal reaearher. Reid Ewing, of the joint
Center for Eav:rot:meotal and Urcr. ?arob
lens at Florida Atlantic Utsiversityt?:or:d►
International L'alversity in For. La• alt:-
dale, says the 'overriding radona:e is to
make tit street more livable, leas es•
e.gy.consumptive, and envi onme-:ally
sound.' His team has proposed a ::•fon
wide standard for all local s::eea.
Ban Stare—, the d::e^.or of ma:tgfc
plan. -:ng and ;o:i:y coordination for :he
epmmuntry affai:s de;a :-ant. Sa;:s he
expe:.s the gu%de'.:nes to be puc.:sne:
aacn.
Even the Institute for T:ara;er:a•:aa
Engineers, lor.g a holdout against alter•
native s:rett standards, Is beter..:-g ;an
of :he Solution. In Fe;.
ruan•. the iris:._ e's tezh.
nical eommi:tee on
neoradidonsi town de -
sip Wuedam'infcrma•
w thb tional report' entitled
Tmffx :nainaerirj for
Netmeditionaf Neighbor.
hoods. Frank Spielberg,
a traffic con-
sultant in Annandale.
V trginia, who chain the
n. coIIrtree. Says mem-
_;. bets hope the: li` will
endorse the 'recorn-
mended practices.'s
which indude Serowe:
seats in some cases,
wit`..i.^. the nes Year.
tiotu' As to liability, the
unibugaboo of cin officials,
ares: one member of the t;c
;'�• com-tittes, Walter
Kulash—s t:&:, -,.c
engi-ne-- in Orlando—con-
etsc'sea tasds_.at'lep:obstacles
c1rt ' to aar:ow resets are a
redhe.Ha notes
993 It
that a 1493 study he Co-
authored for c:.e National
Conference on Tort U.
abulty arid Risk Man•
ega neat fel Surface
':nsporation concluded the: tor. cues
'Invariably have to do with high speed,'
not street width.
Finally, for those ready to change. a
few basic remiadn:
The public interest requires safe. Uv.
able, and attra Live streets that conrib-
uts to the urban Ghric.
Sreeu should be deslgped to suit their
Nnctiaa Malay mean, espedally local
ones. bats purposes other than vehicular
traffic. Some Well tesldeadol streets should
be deaipted for speeds of Iw than 20
m.p.h. Remember that the general popu•
Intior Is aging, with the cohort over 33
growing fastest of all.
A hierarchical meet network should
have a rich varies of rres. Including
hterc'.e, pedestrian, and transit routes.
Recd Ewing believes the 'overall Sys•
tem design has fallen into the Backs
betwets the plaanung and englneer ng
proieaaions.' The inure movement net.
work should benadde:ed,whhconnec•
tivity given pratninence.
Standards should be developed to
hancts Intel stra i contributions to lr
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of through traffic through the
subdivision.
In areas lacking any existing
or planned streets with which
toconne•_:. theculde-sac should
include stubs extending to ad.
Joining parcels in locations
where future connectiora ap-
C
N%w said. -sop car•
nefivadoe tr. tben n.nnna ion"
daaY be dnranod ur urn<.gwrud
aAel"M 1r•ndt sovs. not p•.r•n
eaeles. •ad rds•IM Uu.. riiould
'enrom n quorH•-Berl !11nnd of
rlrw .•cera nrlaM.
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pear to be feasible. Where no
vehicuiar tonne -_tion is feasible.
provision should defimtety be
made for at lent a bikeway
and footpath connection.
It should be noted that the
tendency toward cul -desacs
orginally arose because ex-
cesstve street desi;:: s:a-�.^•:•<
has created virtual 's
through residential re : +:".
hoods. These potent.- racy
wit's can be Beall,- ayCc:t:
dengnin;shdrr. sree-..tz.--s
withnume-.ousthree-v. '
intersections to dsr.r..t
lie has ;asst fia:ahed apother-..e:..
scnpt—a handbook for des;;r:ng
open space subdivutons—so it s toe
soon to declare that Rural ev Dr
sten is Randall Arendt's magn_rr.
opus. But It does meet most of the
basic criteria. It's big f441 pages
it's soph:shcated Icovenng eve -
thing from aesthetics to tonin;
and it's copiously illustrated ;ZOC
drawings, over 150 photoal.
It also nits earned the stamp of
approval of someone whose own
magnum opus has beczrne a chi-
me. •1 view Rural by Design as at,
Intal complement to Design Wink
Nature. in tune with the tenets of
ecological planning that 1 defused
ZS years ago.' Bays Ian McHarg.
the Scottish -born. Phtladelplus-
based landscape architect.
Arendt's tour coauthors contrib-
ute chapters oa hoplemenuuon
Two of them. Cilledne Rad and
Robert Yat. sow saliaaBees at
the ctnlar IQ b" Mopchusa:s
at the L dNownb setts
in Amherst. alwrmw ear -me
Yarn is sew OMW8 4 dwe"W of
the Regind !M AnsdaM it..
Now YM. ANN& hm" Y trot.
egBar'w4/Ble MtwUBRBYw wit00 "wad Lamb •
f1�rl�f� irwt sit
TA sow we Boshors we WM-
"W WINU . Marry Delon to
~ of Deem Associates is
_ a ,iciihcr
.•.:It• and
. .. in also be
:, •' ..:ivels• by
s:op signs
.. r: intrsec•
1• : , . - -
r•aets'Ire wisdelra'N^tIi •Aa
%AIW f ^•a••as i•W. car tie:a
Pir""vi•eara Nie '•^ w o—a it
IetaPrtd .Y .h / • dam • -amt,
Uh:.tC :.tsu:'.tt••s :aatth
.rte -r. :r. -�u• •� : _ .
Apr..: the e ' ".IAa•
a' r: � : .: r -Lin•
en's l..a..-s sit•. 13iN
!t• A t � +err -ra ; • . • +! a. Boa. -Its•
e•a 3!. i! ' . 'r •t
$=70-
4 —
y
:e ?seam; Ntay -.?w
as is done ir. -any nra subdi-
visions in Clever County,
Pennsylvania
Adopting :ne design recom-
mendauons ic:hiscatioterwill
bring the desired level of safety
and dine: ria:r to al: aew sup.
division strata, rende^ng the
cul-de-sac fc.•m unnr_essary
in the ar7orty of iastances.
The deveiciper s frecueat de.
stn to sr. an or her housing
grout spar.. for marxaing ma-
sons on a separate cul-de-sac
or nonconnmrig loop. is as-
sentallyan anotocuiltecruilcm
and shouid not be mndoned
There is airesdy enough srati-
fiacon in society today with-
out unnecesuriiy reinforcing
it titroulth st r JClurat strategelne
suc.n. as exciuuve neightxarnood
rMd syMet Tot
Simmrarus ftsr moximttm
cut ,ic-xtta taostla rn+ural cuss•
muniues are often based on
an urban rnuonate For ex-
ampie Tile 'JoiciiJilous GOO.
foot rule - %xil is pervasive
among subcr:.atcin raguishom
in many ecminunities lack
ingcanter -star distribution
systems wasongiMllybased
on the fact that. hwtorically,
fire trucks carried WO feet of
boss line l c consist: hydrants
typically located at cul-de-
sac entrar.:ts
This standard makes little
Mdse in Mcei rural lettings. A
mon semsicia rule would be
baud upon the number of !oasis
has that would be at risk u
their "MY Olatim road were N
bucwnt: pi"and during as
eniorganC% In Nome the Male
model sunm'.11Meirl regumm
;W.114 iY 11 -1. "W witrallut; d.
#. fihoe•uh dwelling walk,
but a (sit s- standard is pap
sated an l�sarnrro Anon pee.
end editior,ubiosed to 190
tw rhe Nat renal A&axsauN of
Horne guilders: syalabie for
P L A
P R A C T
S30 from APA's Planners Book.
stor-j, based upon a rruir.murn
traffic load of 200 vehicles per
day lor'sverage daily traffic':
ADTI. 25 dwellings, with a
maximum cut -de -sac length of
1.000 feet.
Turning areas at the end of
eulde-sap may cake many
forms. The most common one
should probably be allowed
oniv as a last resort: the huge
paved circle of asphalt, typi-
cally measuring well over ICC
feet in diameter. For streets
with up to a dozer homes. a
simple'bamme:Mead' or'tum-
ing 7 is sur.k.ent.
When a larger na-:t• :
homes and vehic'es i -i r
voived. turtung loops are
recommended. For •a_i..n-
terest. these bops S -:u::_
airnorany shape ex:e:• :e
fecly circaiar luniets ::...
fecc of a flying -saucer :anvn:
pad is destredl. The... s -^c
contam.where potuc.e :
ter -acre island of
Mauve vegetation.
In •Tillage settings -. e:er-
mal arrangements "_C. as
grassy tree -lined :-
would be mon ap-r:=%vt
In New Eagiand.:ne ii,trszt
sue of Cenral town :=M:7..
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I C
: a_cu: two aces: bu
roint in outlying a
•.. s Z-11 a half -ace green ,
Tt a]ruste.
:and is st a prey
..e next -to -past resort s.
a :.. c_ia: cul-de-sa -
raved, with a rad
__: —1 -lis size is su;f
.- targe arsanapacktlp ..
::lar trucks and fire en
quid need to execute a
pp:n: lit. but that wo::
ce&te=dt.•ehardships ai
:iightt:s in small to,
need to duh awav to
..res :mmedlateiv &het e
-rag :he :irst one.
rtu I.m. lr I,— of Sitnrreeaswrar Saaa, Ve --r— 'er 0. rn . ngin •n
dons IM re -i S. 77rr itis nN. •pan ngeev tutT mr/a at Y rmeft q
it. eia.. pass s/ Ll.
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Council Agenda - 2110/97
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I recently had a discussion with Librarian Marge Bauer regarding a program
that is available through the Great River Regional Library that would assist
the local branch in bringing public access to the internet. Marge indicated
that the GRRL Board has set aside funds of $1,800 per computer workstation
if the local library provides $1,400 in matching funds toward the estimated
$3,200 cost per internet computer.
As part of the 1996 budget, the Council had set aside $29,000 to be
earmarked for various improvements at the library, which included the
installation of a new service counter, installation of a computer workstation,
reupholstering of some of the existing furniture, and other planned computer
upgrades in the future. To date, approximately $5,000 - $6,000 of the
$29,000 has been spent or earmarked for these various improvements, and
the Council is now being asked to consider allocating $4,200 of the remaining
funds for these three computer internet systems that GRRL will assist in the
amount of $5,400. The estimated cost of $3,200 per workstation would be
sufficient to buy an internet computer, printer, necessary software, cables,
computer desk, and chair. The GRRL has set aside sufficient funds for
Monticello to purchase three computers.
Since the funding was originally budgeted in 1996, it seems appropriate that
we should take advantage of the additional contributions that would be
available from the GRRL. I'm sure the internet access feature will be very
popular with the public and would be a nice addition to the library.
B. ALTERNATIVE ACTION :
1. Council could commit funds totaling 1, 00 per computer workstation
up to a maximum of $4,200, contingent upon the GRRL contributing
$5,400 for the three computer systems.
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2. Council could authorize a commitment of $1,400 each for less than
three computers.
C3. Do not authorize expenditure at this time.
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C. CT FF F..O MF.NDATION:
It is the recommendation of the Librarian and myself that the City should
take advantage of the GRRL funds. With the City's cost totaling $4,200 for
three complete access terminals, and with GRRL paying the ongoing monthly
cost of the system, it appears to be an added benefit for the local citizens who
use our library.
D. SUPPORTING DATA:
A copy of letter from Great River Regional Library.
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January 28, 1997
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Rick Wolfsteller, Administrator
City of Monticello
P.O. Box 1147
Monticello, MN 55362-9245
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Dear Rick:
Heaoouaners
Marjorie Bauer, the Monticello Branch Librarian asked that I send you
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some information about a program that tha Great River Regional Library
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Public access tmernet workstations have been extremely since
they were installed at headquarters in St. Cloud. Funds for those computers
and related equipment came from the City of St. Cloud under the terms of a
matching grant program authorized by the State Legislature— not from GRRL
funds. Stearns County, Morrison County and the City of Foley (for Benton
County) have also moved to take advantage of the state program which ends
this June 30th. Because the state program was an equalization program based
upon tax capacity, Sherburne County was not eligible to participate and the
local commitment needed for Wright County to receive a state grant was not
funded at the county level.
At its January meeting the GRRL Board discussed the best way to
bring Internet services to Sherburne and Wright County branches. To meet
this goal, the Board authorized the establishment of a matching grant program
that would assist only Sherburne and Wright County branch libraries in
obtaining Internet workstations. GRRL has set aside sufficient fluids to
provide a match of $1,400 for any city that provides to GRRL SI.SW toward
the purchase of the Internet computer and related equipment. We budgeted
enough Hinds to provide up to three workstations on this basis in Monticello.
The Board did not stipulate what the source of the local match should
be. Therefore, it could come from city support. Friends groups, a cash reserve
held by the city or library, private donation or Hind -raising. The 53,200 total
per work station will be sufficient to buy an Internet computer, printer,
necessary software, cables, computer desk and chair (if needed). C
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Monticello if the City provides
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availability of Internet worksia o public has been very popular at St.
Cloud. Although they do have an effect on staff, these temtinala have been of
CBono„ great assistance to both staff and users in meeting informadon nada.
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GRRL recently signed a contract with Information Access Company
for access to full text periodical databases through the Internet. The addition
of an Internet terminal will significantly change local access at branch libraries
to the information contained in a large variety of popular periodicals and in a
growing number of information sites on the World Wide Web.
If the City of Monticello is interested in applying for the matching
money set aside by GRRL Board action please let me know. I would need
some statement that the City will commit its matching share to the project. If
you have any questions about this or would like other information before
bringing this to the City Council, please feel Bee to call me.
Sincerely,
Ken Behringer
Director
cc: Marjorie Bauer
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10. Consideration of reviewing year-end Iim+or store financial report.
(R.W.)
A- RF.FERF.NCF. AND RAP RQILM:
Manager Joe Hartman will be in attendance at the Council meeting to review
the year-end financial report. Enclosed is a copy of the financial report
comparing the years 1995 and 1996.
Overall, we are very happy with the results of 1996, which shows an all-time
high sales of $1.8 million, with a gross profit of $450,000. Total sales for the
year were up $190,000 over last year, with the gross profit up $57,000. The
operating expenditures were $7,000 lower than the year before, which
resulted in an operating income increase of $64,000 when compared to 1996.
The total operating income reached an all -tame high of $243,000. As you can
see, the liquor store operation has been able to provide a substantial amount
of funds that can be used by the City for various purposes.
When reviewing the gross profit percentages, we are also very pleased with
the overall gross profit margin of 24.3%. The liquor, beer, and wine gross
profits are all higher than last year, which helps attain the larger operating
income. In addition, I believe Mr. Hartman will alio be noting that he is very
happy with the personnel staff arrangement at the liquor store, especially
with the efforts being put forth by Mike Fischbach, who was hired last year
as the lead clerk/cashier. Mike has really been taking over the duties as an
assistant manager, and Joe and I will be reviewing that job description in the
near future for a recommendation regarding some changes in Mr. Fischbach's
position.
Also, Joe may have information to present at Monday's meeting regarding
the purchase of a humidor for the liquor atom.
B. ALTFRNATIVP ACTIONS:
Accept the financial report as presented.
None.
CCopy of financial report for 1988.
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MONTICELLO MUNICIPAL LIQUOR
GROSS PROFIT
BY PRODUCT
COMPARISON FOR THE YEAR
ENDING DEC 31,
1995 AND 1996
1995
1996
YEAR-TO-DATE
YEAR-TO-DATE
AMOUNT
AMOUNT
Liquor Sales
469,492
516,935
Discounts
Cost of Sales
344,655
375,781
GROSS PROFIT - LIQUOR
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124,836
26.6%
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141,155
27.3x
Beer Sales
954,822
1,065,242
Cost of Sales
743,760
819,896
GROSS PROFIT - BEER
211,062
22.1%
245,346
23.0%
Wine Sales
183,804
206,631
Cost of Sales
136,394
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152,833
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GROSS PROFIT - WINE
47,410
25.8%
53,798
26.0%
C .c Sales
49,109
59,890
Cost of Sales
33,297
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42,854
GROSS PROFIT - MISC TAXABLE 15,812
32.2%
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17,036
28.5%
Misc Non -taxable Sales
4,106
3,900
Cost of Sales
2,544
2,263
GROSS PROFIT - MISC NON -TAXA - 1,562
38.0%
1,637
42.02
TOTAL BALES
1,661,333
1,852,598
TOTAL COST OF SALES
1,260,651
1,393,627
TOTAL FREIGHT COST
7,287
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8,281
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TOTAL GROSS PROFIT
393,395
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23.72
450,690
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Supplies
Office supplies 951 1,239
General Operating Supplie 7,705 7,456
Other supplies 202 282
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TOTAL SUPPLIES 8,858 .5% 8,977 .51
MONTICELLO MUNICIPAL LIQUOR
REVENUE AND EXPENSES
COMPARISON FOR THE YEAR
ENDING DEC 31, 1995 AND 1996
1995
1996
YEAR-TO-DATE
YEAR-TO-DATE
AMOUNT
AMOUNT
SALES
Liquor
469,492
516,935
Seer
954,822
1,065,242
wine
183,804
206,631
Other Merchandise
49,109
59,890
Misc Non -Taxable Sales
4,106
3,900
Discounts
TOTAL SALES
1,661,333
1,852,598
COST OF GOODS SOLD
(1,267,938)
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(1,401,908)
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GROSS PROFIT
393,395 23.7%
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EXPENSE
Personal services
Salaries
109,534
113,298
PERA
4,626
5,062
FICA
8,314
8,798
Insurance
9,823
8,965
Unemployment Benefits
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Severance Pay
2,669
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1,892
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TOTAL PERSONAL SERVICES
134,967 8.1%
138,025 7.52
Supplies
Office supplies 951 1,239
General Operating Supplie 7,705 7,456
Other supplies 202 282
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TOTAL SUPPLIES 8,858 .5% 8,977 .51
MONTICELLO MUNICIPAL LIQUOR
REVENUE AND EXPENSES
COMPARISON FOR THE YEAR
ENDING DEC 31, 1995 AND 1996
1995
YEAR-TO-DATE
AMOUNT
other Services & Charges
Professional Services
2,807
Maintenance Agreements
1,650
Communication
2,105
Travel -Conference -Schools
54
Advertising
5,421
Insurance
12,049
Utilities, Electric
12,164
Utilities, Heating
1,206
Utilities, Sewer & Water
91
Maintenance, Equipment
9,583
Maintenance, Building
3,527
Maintenance, Other
Depreciation --Acquired As
16,882
Other Misc Expenses
2,796
TOTAL OTHER SERVICES & CH
70,524
4.22
TOTAL GENERAL & ADMIN EXPBNS
214,349
12.9%
TOTAL OPERATING INCOMB
179,046
.00000.000
10.8%
Other Income (Bxpenee)
Interest Income
59,139
Canh Long/Short
177
Sale of Property
TOTAL OTHER INCOME (EXPENSE)
59,316
3.6%
d NET INCOME (EXPENSE)
238,363
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14.3%
Tranofero In/Out
(432,296)
(26.0)%
ADJUSTED NET INCOME (EXPENSE
(193,933)
(11.7)2
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1996
YEAR-TO-DATE
AMOUNT
2,656
2,210
6,285
12,078
12,089
1,264
132
1,071
5,175
13,711
3,177
60,026 3.2%
207,028 11.2%
243,662 13.2%
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16,582
(288)
16,294 .9%
274,162 14.82
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274,162 14.8%
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Fixed Assets
Land & Parking Lot 46,591.03
Buildings 226,573.13
Furniture & Equipment 84,628.57
less: Accumulated Depreciation (240,812.84)
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TOTAL FIXED ASSETS 116,979.89
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TOTAL ASSETS 741,403.62
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Liabilities
MONTICELLO MUNICIPAL LIQUOR
Accounts Payable
BALANCE SHEET
Due to EDA Fund
31Dec96
Current Assets:
17,018.23
Cash
74,949.97
Change Fund
1,600.00
Investments
343,295.75
Accounts Receivable
27,407.92
A/R - NSF Checks
(30.65)
Inventory
201,499.57
Prepaid Insurance
3,109.09
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TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS
624,423.73
Fixed Assets
Land & Parking Lot 46,591.03
Buildings 226,573.13
Furniture & Equipment 84,628.57
less: Accumulated Depreciation (240,812.84)
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TOTAL FIXED ASSETS 116,979.89
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TOTAL ASSETS 741,403.62
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Liabilities
Accounts Payable
474.84
Due to EDA Fund
(20,000.00)
Sales Tax Payable
17,018.23
Salaries Payable
8,502.68
Accrued Vacation/Sick Leave
19,398.55
Other Accrued Expenses
2,013.62
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TOTAL LIABILITIES
27,407.92
RETAINED EARNINGS 713,995.70
rTAL LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCE 741,403.62
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11. Consideration of returning snow blower no_rehased for Cat loader,
U.S.)
A- REFERENCE AND RACKGROUNn:
The City took delivery of the new 150 hp blower to be used on the Cat loader
in December of last year. Although the blower ran quite well, we began
experiencing problems with the portion of the snow blower that directs the
snow and the shear pin system that prevents damage to the machine when it
encounters ice chunks or foreign objects. We were able to overcome most of
the problems with the shear pins by going to stronger materials for the pins.
We were, however, unable to overcome the problems with the snow
directional system, even after repeated service calls from the equipment
supplier. In late January, the snow directional system became almost
inoperable; and although the machine loads and compacts snow almost twice
as good as our last snow blower and runs perfectly, the snow directional
problems were causing us down time.
It appears that some of the problems we were experiencing are design
problems that other users of the machine are currently having. This snow
blower, which is Model WK -800, made by Klauer Manufacturing Company in
DuBuque, IA, and sold to us by MacQueen Equipment Company, is a down-
sized redesign of their larger MP31) snow blower. This larger snow blower
has been around for quite some time, and its design has been tested and
proven over the years. This is only the second model year for the WK -800;
and the public works department is concerned that, even if the manufacturer
and dealer are able to overcome the problems we are currently having, the
design doesn't yield itself to a long life. With only 80 hours on the machine,
much of the second stage portion of the machine shows signs of wear.
Consequently, on January 29, 1997, 1 informed the dealer and manufacturer
that we were unhappy with the machine and would like to discuss returning
it.
MacQueon Equipment picked up the machine the week of February 3, 1997,
took it into their shop, and disassembled it for some factory updates and to
try and find out why the second stage directional drum would not rotate and
was binding up. They have been unsuocesaful in determining the cause of
the problem, and it is my understanding that the factory representative is
enroute to determine whether or not this is a machine inherent problem and
needs redesign, or if it is just a problem with our machine.
I met with representatives of MacQueen Equipment on Thursday,
February 8, 1997, to discuss our options. One of the options would be to
trade up to the larger MP31) Model which won the state bid this year for that
size of blower. This would cost us an additional $18,396, not including the
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sales tax. If we took this option, we could continue to use the WK -800 for the
rest of the winter assuming that they are able to get the problems repaired.
The new machine would be delivered this summer or fall, and the additional
payment would be due out of the 1998 budget in January 1998. We would
not be charged for use of the WK -800, and our full purchase price and trade-
in would apply to the new larger unit.
Another option would be to walk away from the unit at this time. MacQueen
Equipment has indicated they would need $100 per hour for the rent on the
machine for use and depreciation. Since there is currently 80 hours on the
machine, we would lose our $5,000 trade-in value for our old snow blower
and still owe MacQueen Equipment approyimately $3,000. If we used it the
rest of the year and put another 40 hours on it, we would probably owe about
$12,000; less our trade would leave a balance due of about $7,000. They have
indicated that this could be applied toward the purchase of a new machine
should we choose to do so in the near future.
The last option, of course, is that we just return the machine to MacQueen
right now, let them keep the $5,000 trade-in value, and just walk away from
it. This would leave us in a little bit of a predicament through March, as we
would have to come up with another snow blower to use during March to
haul the snow off of Broadway, or block the streets while we use the loader
and bucket method, which is much slower and takes a lot more room.
1. The first alternative would be to trade up to the larger Sno Go Snow
Blower Model MP31) at a cost of $18,396 plus sales tax.
2. The second alternative, assuming that the WK -800 model is fixed and
returned to us, would be to use it for the remainder of the winter and
pay rent at the rate of $100 per hour, and then go out for bids later on
this year for another snow blower.
The third alternative would be to walk away Brom the machine at this
time, leaving the $5,000 trade-in value as payment for the use of the
machine; then try to hire a anow blower for removal of snow on
Broadway or block the street off and go back to the older method of
using the loader and bucket.
The City Administrator, Public Works Director, and Street Superintendent
believe MacQueen Equipment has acted responsively in this matter. We
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have had a good working relationship with this equipment dealer for over 20
years. The problems with this machine, I believe, lie mainly in the design or
redesign of the old larger tried-and-true machine. We had some indication
about shear pin problems when checking references on the machine last year,
We found that the City of Duluth had some problems with the machine last
year, but they assured us that the problems had been taken care of to their
satisfaction. It is staff's opinion that keeping this machine is not in the best
interest of the City, as we feel that we will not get the useful life out of the
machine that we expected. Prior to Monday evening's Council meeting, we
will check several references on the MP3D larger snow blower. Alternative
#1, trading up to the larger machine, may be the best option for the City of
Monticello at this time. The additional funds ($18,396 plus tax) could be
placed in the 1998 budget.
Copy of proposal from MacQueen Equipment; Copy of data on WK -800 and
MP3D.
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parsing tote, erremps, whsbeer your enow removal
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or direct from fan housing
e Exclusive "tanning actin" tip section eliminates moving chute to
distribute ladt evenly
e Complete instrument console at your fingertlps
e Simple design --Easy to operate and maintain
e Easily attachod to available front and loaders
e Adaptable to all makes of loaders capable of handling weight (See
specifications)
SPECIFICATIONS
SNOOO—Model MP -30
Two stage—Selleontalrled Rotary Snow Ramarer
CUTTING WIDTH: 99% Inches
GEARS. Heal trate alloy steel, tions
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POWER: Diesel Turbocharged Ergine
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TURRET LOADING s CASTING CHUTE:
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AUGERS: Three (7) la inch diameter.
rotation. Exclusive "Fanning Action" To
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INSTRUMENT A CONTROL PANEL, Console
typo with Kay Solaces Starter—COnllel
PAN: Steel -38 inch Diameter.
Levers— Taehomater-00 Pressure and
Shed Protected.
Water Temperature Gau9ss—Voltmeter—
SCRAPER BLADE: High Carbon steel
Clutch Control—Dashlight. Mounts in cab
Replaceable.
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For more details contact us today!
KLAUER MANUFACTURING CO.
DUBUQUE, IOWA 52001 U.S.A. (919) 882.7201
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MODEL WK -800 ROTARY SNOW REMOVER
• Capacity of 800.900 tons per hour • 150 Horsepower. Diesel
• Complete 2 stage design Shear bolt protection
• Three 12 Inch augers Replaceable scraper blade
• Truck leading and casting chute Heavy stool impellor weldment
• Sized for 1 Ya -2 yard wheel loaders Replaceable fan blades
Klauor Manufacturing's new WK4 00 snowbiowor is designed for the city, town, county or state with a 1112 to 2 yard whoel
loader in their fleot. This modol will load trucks or blow snow freely, to fit the winter conditions at hand. For complete
snowblowing versatility on the smaller whool loaders, the WK -800 will add an additional tool to your winter snow removal
arsenal. Built In the same tough and rugged stylo you've come to expect from Klauor over the past 80 years, our now
"baby" will Impress yrua with it's cnpnhilitinP Not designed for road opening or extremely deep snow, the WK -BW has a
place in many snow removal operations and budgets. Contact o SNOGO Dealer near you or the factory direct for com-
pleto Information.
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CP.O. BOX 59
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KLAUER "319.582.7201
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city of Monticello
P.O. Box 1147
Monticello, W SS362
Attn: John Simola
RE: WX 800 purchased 12-2-96
To Whom it May Concern:
Per the upgrading of WK 800 to NP31), MacQueen Equipment will
allow 1001 of net purchase price of the Monticollo WK 800 toward the
Klauer MP3D priced as per the State bid. This agreement would be based
on Monticello paying for the WMC 800 and using the machine for the remainder
of this winter. MacQueen Equipment would then deliver the new XP3D in the
Fall of 1997 and the balance duo would be paid by Monticello in Jamsary
of 1998.
f State Bid MP3D $81.495
Monticello purchase %10800 $61 099
net differance 33;7gb
Monticello trade-in S 000
net difference 'ZS:�S
sales tax not included
If this is not acceptable. Monticello may use the WX 800 for the remainder
of the winter and treat it as a rental at $100.00 per operational hour,
using the trade of 35,000 as part of the payment.
Dan go Bill McCarthy
Sal Manager Sales Representative
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I12. = Y: 1 1 1 1 e=nnding thim hours nt thpI l: r 1 1 city hall
rweeptionist. and conaideration of replacing1:telephone gawdam
A RFFERRNCE AND SA .K •RO TND:
City staff is looking at improving the level of customer service at city hall,
increasing the efficiency of existing staff, and redistributing personal
resources. Council is asked to consider authorizing expansion of the part-
time receptionist position by an additional 5 hours per day. Council is also
asked to consider replacing current telephones with a voice and digital
telephone communications system, which includes voice mail access and
enables computer integration.
PART-TIME RECEPTIONIST
In July of 1994, the City Council authorized hiring a part-time receptionist
for city hall. This position is responsible for answering phones, greeting and
assisting customers, and miscellaneous typing. In addition, the receptionist
has assisted with building department typing and inspection scheduling.
During the past year, it has become increasingly difficult for the remaining
clerical staff to take on these duties every afternoon in the absence of the
receptionist.
After reviewing the current level of clerical staff, it is City staffs view that an
additional b hours should be added to the receptionist position. Two part,
time employees would job share this position. Staff is in favor of a job -share
position because it allows the position to be covered more easily during
vacations or absences. Adding hours to this position would help accomplish
the goal of improving customer service in a number of ways:
• City hall would have one position whose primary responsibility
is to greet and assist customers, which would allow the rest of
the clerical staff to perform duties consistent with their own
positions.
• Them would be someone in this position throughout the day
who could assume full responsibility for building department
typing and inspection scheduling.
• Shifting the building department typing and scheduling duties
from the Development Services Technician, Wanda Kraemer,
would give her additional time to assist the planning
department. (To date, the majority of Wanda's time has boon
spent in the building department because of the community's
growth rather than the 75% planning and 25% building that
was originally approved by Council.)
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Funding for a part-time clerical position to assist the building department
was included in the budget for 1996; however, when presented with the
request in conjunction with hiring a Chief Building Official in February of
1996, Council suggested that staff return to Council after three months with
the request to hire additional clerical help. Funds for this additional part-
time clerical help are included in the 1997 budget.
VOICE MAIUUPDATED TELEPHONE SYSTEM
City hall'a current ITT telephone system was purchased in October 1989 from
Bridge Water Telephone Company. After using the system for the past seven
years and receiving numerous requests from customers to be transferred to
voice mail, staff has Ha ratified that voice mail and additional telephone
features are necessary to improve communications and customer service.
Numerous problems are developing with the current phones. Telephone keys
are sticking, calls are not transferring, and cords and handsets need to be
replaced. The telephone company is not always able to resolve problems
satisfactorily, as the equipment has become obsolete and exceeded its life
expectancy.
The proposed telephone system will route phone calls through the O
receptionist, who can transfer calls to the appropriate person for voice mail
for those wishing to leave a message), including off-site employees such as
public works. We feel it is important for the City to maintain personal
contact with customers rather than having all calls answered directly by a
voice mail system. The system would also allow calls to be direct dialed to a
city hall employee; if the employee is not available, the caller would have the
option of speaking to the receptionist or leaving a voice mail message.
Additional features included are conference calling, recorded voice
announcements (i.e. general public information), call forwarding, speed
dialing, toll call restriction (i.e. public access phones), and night service. The
telephonelvoice mail system as proposed is a full -function digital system that
can be tailored to our specific customer service needs. Efficiency and savings
can be realized in a variety of ways, including:
• May drop a dedicated phone line (current use - fax machine).
• Persons do not have to "hand deliver" paper messages.
• Maintenance of existing (obsolete) system is duo and can be
avoided.
C• Voice mail messages for individuals can be left after hours.
• Tho public could access a community service information line to
hear pro -recorded information.
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• Callers do not have to be left on hold for extended periods of
time.
It would enable linking to computer networks and internet.
City staff has been working with a vendor to define system specifications and
is in the process of obtaining at least three proposals. At this time, Council is
requested to consider approving the purchase of a voice and digital
communications system at a cost not to exceed $24,000.
Specific funding for a new phone system was not included in the 1997
budget, but this expenditure could simply be taken from the city hall
expansion/remodeling reserve budgets that have been set aside totaling over
$145,000. Outside of the city hall expansion budget, as additional examples
of where funding could be reallocated, we have in the past budgeted $3,000
for office partitions and $11,000 for a new copy machine that could possibly
be delayed and rebudgeted for next year. Likewise, as an additional source
of funds to redirect for a phone system, in 1996 we had budgeted $7,600 for
participating in a GIS program with Wright County that was never spent.
With Council approval, it would be recommended that the phone system
funds simply be reallocated from the future city hall expansion budget that
has accumulated.
Decision 1—Additional Part-time Receptionist/Clerical Help
1. Motion to authorize increasing the hours for receptionist/clerical help
C Q, at city hall as a job -share position (with the current part-time
�)) receptionist).
Motion to deny increasing the hours for additional receptionist/clerical
help at city hall at this time.
Decision 11 --Voice Mail/Digital Telephone System
�( 1. Motion to authorize the purchase of a voice and digital telephone
/ communications system for city hall.
1 2. Motion to deny authorizing the purchase of a voice and digital
telephone communications system.
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It is the recommendation of the City Administrator, Assistant Administrator,
Chief Building Official, Public Works Director, Computer Support Analyst,
and Office Manager that Council authorize increasing the hours for
reoeptionist/clerical help and authorize the purchase of a voice and digital
telephone communications system. It is staffs view that both of these
investments will vastly enhance the City's ability to improve customer
service and to allow the City staff to be more efficient.
None.
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It's my belief the City Council lacks the necessary scheduled time for effective
policy making, goal setting, and progress review of projects initiated. The
regularly scheduled Council meetings seem to be devoted to final discussions
on city business and not where new ideas are proposed and discussed.
Therefore, it's my intention to schedule quarterly work meetings for the
Council for the purpose of planning, reviewing, brainstorming, etc. The first
meeting is going to be scheduled in March so the Council can prepare for the
workshop being planned for April 1997 with all the City's commissions,
boards, MCP, etc. The primary agenda item should be for the Council to
prioritize its goals and projects as we are asking our various commissions to
do so we can develop a master list of items for City action. I am proposing a
Saturday morning in March for the first meeting and quarterly thereafter.
Please be prepared to state your preferences as to day and time that will be
consistent for every quarterly meeting. These will be public meetings where
the public can observe, but the format is expected to be less structured than
normal Council meetings, and I expect we Council members will do most of
the selection of agenda topics.
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City Council is asked to consider the Hoisington Koegler proposal for
additional services and approve a shared payment between the HRA and the
City. At the HRA meeting of February b, 1997, the HRA approved the
proposal submitted by Michael Schroeder with the City and the HRA sharing
the cost of $2,600 plus expenses. The HRA approved the shared expenditure
($1,300 plus mileage and drawing reproduction expenses) recognizing the
need to further explore the configuration and uses of a Community/National
Guard Training Center in the core area of Monticello. Further exploration
will provide the community with additional information to determine if such
a facility can suit the needs of various partners and assist the City in
assessing its feasibility and its relation to the downtown plan. Michael
Schroeder will prepare a concept diagram for a family/training center, not a
final plan, and Ehlers and Associates will assess the funding options. Please
see the attached proposal from Hoisington Koegler for details regarding the
scope of the add-on service.
Some events or facts leading up to this consideration:
On May 2, 1996, the HRA entered into a contract with the Hoisington
Koegler Group, Inc., for preparation of the Monticello Downtown and
Riverfront Revitalization Plan. The HRA agreed to pay the consultant
an amount not to exceed $80,650 for their professional planning
services. The scope of service and tasks of the work plan were defined
by the MCP, and the work completion and satisfaction is monitored by
the MCP.
El The enclosed proposed add-on services aro beyond the scope of services
outlined in the contract of May 2, 1998.
Previously, members of the City and School administration and the
military branch met to discuss the potential of a shared facility in
Monticello. Options discussed were a shared community/training
center or a shared school/training center. During early discussions,
the focus for finding a site location centered on School District property
with the thought that the training center might become an annex to
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Later, members of the MCP, Early Childhood Family Education
(ECFE), and City administration met to discuss the ECFE's need for
space.
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The proposed family/training center is consistent with the theme
evolving from the Downtown/Riverfront Revitalization Plan: creation
of density, high level of activity, draw of people downtown, high energy
level.
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Michael Schroeder, Bob Bowen, Al Larson, Rita Ulrich, Mayor Fair,
Duane Gates, Fred Patch, Jeff O'Neill, and 011ie Koropchak met with
BG LeBlanc and Terry Palmer on January 28 to discuss the conceptual
idea of a shared community/training center in the core downtown area.
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Mayor Fair and Al Larson identified the site selection process to be a
cooperative effort between the School and City, not a competitive
process.
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O'Neill and Schroeder met with ECFE on January 31 as a courtesy to
inform ECFE of the conceptual idea of a shared community/training
center. ECFE was receptive to the conceptual idea.
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BG LeBlanc and Terry Palmer are committed to the City of Monticello
and want to be a part of the community. The two location options are
the proposed new high school site and the downtown core area site.
Temporary space for the National Guard operation within the existing
school facilities is under development between the School District and
the Guard.
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The next proposed meeting with BG LeBlanc and Terry Palmer is
February 25.
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The final workshop for Monticello Downtown and Riverfiront
Revitalization Plan is anticipated within the next month, with
acceptance and adoption of the plan thereafter.
The
following information is an update on the proposed National Guard
Training
Center project that recently appeared in the Mon i It Tim s:
Some months ago, representatives f1rom the National Guard contacted
City and School District staff regarding the possibility of establishing a
multi -use community/training facility in Monticello. The training
activity of the National Guard battalion stationed here (130 members)
would occur one weekend per month. For the balance of the month,
the facility would be used by two fl ll -time National Guard staff and be
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accessible for use by a wide variety of local organizations or school as
defined by the community. The basic facility would include
classrooms, conference rooms, a gymnasium, and a full kitchen.
Options for construction of additional space would be at the discretion
of the community and funded by the community. Under the National
Guard requirements, the host community is responsible for providing
land for the facility and must pay a portion of the cost to construct the
basic facility. In exchange for this investment, the community has full
access to the site when the National Guard is not training.
Again, the City Council is asked to consider the Hoisington proposal for
additional services and approve a shared payment between the HRA and the
City authorizing an expenditure of $1,300 plus expenses to further explore
the configuration and uses of a community/training center in the core
downtown area. Further exploration will provide the community and City
with additional information for decision making.
A motion to approve the Hoisington proposal for additional services
and approve a shared payment between the HRA and the City
authorizing an expenditure of $1,300 plus expenses.
A motion to deny approval of the Hoisington proposal for additional
services and deny the shared payment between the HRA and the City.
A motion to table any action.
CSTAFF RECOMMENDATION:
O'Neill and Koropchak recommend alternative Y1. This alternative provides
the community and City with a window of opportunity to position the
community and City with the best information leading up to decisions
necessary for implementation of the Monticello Downtown and Riverfront
Revitalization Plan. Because this was a Into addition to the agenda, other
staff members are not included in the recommendation.
Hoisington proposal.
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5 February 1996
Ms. 011ie Koropchak
City of Monticello
250 East Broadway
P.O. Box 1147
Monticello, Minnesota 55362
RE: Proposal for Family CentWArmory
Dear Ms. Koropchak:
One of the central themes of the evolving downtown and riverfront revitalization plan would have
to be the creation of significant activity generators in the downtown area. The aetivitief that draw
people to downtown will be the ones that support existing businesses as well as attract new ones.
in other communities these facilities have included private sector enterprises (such as a significant
new retail enterprise, an entertainment/ retail center or a hotel) and components of the public sector
(such as a city hall, post office, museum or community center). When we look at downtowns, it is
the activity of people that most brings them to life. When as opportunity for u facility wat has the
potential of drawing people to downtown Monticello arises, I think it will be critical for the
community to study it carefully.
There will not likely be an enterprise that could have as significant an effect as those idem that have
been discussed for the CivicAnstltutional Cote of Mon, icello's downtown plan, patcu: oily those
ideas that -irc so vital to the idea of Monticello as a community. With the Family Cewer, people
would be .novided with a place to come together in the heart of their community, and where the
focus is on the social/family life of Monticello. It could be a place of needy constant W ivity, and
with the uses that have been discussed to date it could he a place where nearly every Monticello
citizen would have a reason to come. It is hard to predict the full effects, but compuisons to
similar nearby facilities would Indicate that th6 kind of facility has the potential of attracting over
100,000 visits per year. For creating spin-off activity for downtown businesses. this could be a
powerful fume to the community's efforts at revitalizing Its downtown. 1 believe it merits careful
consideration.
Based on what we know of the effort required to further develop the Family Center/Armory
concept, we have developed a scope of work that should provide the City with the information it
needs to determine a good direction. Hoisington Koegler Croup Inc, would provide concept
diagrams of o Family Center facility illustrating the space needs dented by potential participating
groups (the Army, SCFE, Special Education, Adult Basic Education and others). Alternatives
could he developed where clear direction is not evident, but at a concept level a simple plan
demonstrating tha ggetuend allocation of space will likely be sufficient (similar to the fust concept
diagram we creatod). Our intent will not be to create anything resembling a final plan; rather, we
will direct our efforts to a study that will determine if such a facility can suit the needs of the
various pawners, and to assist the City in assessing its feasibility and its relation to the downtown
pplan. The preparation of the necessary diagrams, based on information to be provided by the
SCFE group, can be accomplished for a fee that Mll not exceed S 1600.00. It is difficult :.r predict
the number of meetings that will be needed: tr,erefore I would prefer to allow for meeting
attendance on an hourly basis. Expenses (^tlt.age and drawing reproductlon) would be
reimbursed at cost.
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1 have discussed this issue with [hien and Anoclates to gain an understanding of the role they
night play in assessing specific funding options for the Family Cents As a resource. they will be
valuable to your efforts in understanding the frill impacts of the City's potential partnership with the
Army and other groups that might Is a role in this project. 'their efforts would be limited to
exploring Heeding options and attetediag cm meeting to present tbeir findings; these mks could be
completed for a fee not to exceed $1000.00.
A summary of the fee amounts) would be:
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Preparation of conmpt diagram for Family Center (HKGi) E 1600.00
Assessment of funding options (Elden and Associates) $1000.00
attendance (HKGO S8Whour
Expenses
We recognize the need for this work to be expedited andamready to begin at your direction. We
will not proceed with furtheir bowever. until we Live received W
information from the EM group.
Itis my unden�tdimg tthey illw be invited to the next
meeting with the Army and nay have thea spaoe needs defined at that time.
Please call me if you have any Questions.
Sincerely,
jHoisingM"m
Schroeder
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February 8, 1897
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(R.W.)
Previously, the Council had suggested that the City staff look at our present
snowmobile ordinance and research whether stricter rules and regulations needed
to be adopted and/or whether more enforcement efforts were needed. As a result,
the Police Advisory Commission met Wednesday evening, February 4, to review our
present snowmobile ordinance and to get input from the Wright County Sheriffs
Department concerning recommendations on improving our rules and enforcement
procedures within the city.
In attendance at the meeting were Chief Deputy Don Lindell and Sheriffs
Department Deputies Dennis Compton, Ken Antil, and Steve Quill. Mr. Compton
works primarily with community services and public relations efforts of the
Sheriffs Department, and Mr. Antil and Mr. Quill are involved in watercraft and
snowmobile enforcement procedures.
The general discussion of the meeting was concerning the need for the City of
Monticello to establish marked trails leading into and out of Monticello. Sheriffs
Department representatives felt that many of the snowmobile complaints are
probably coming because snowmobilers who are passing through our community do
not have clear direction as to where they are allowed to snowmobile. With our
location on the Mississippi River and with I-94 creating major barriers surrounding
our community, it is quite obvious that anyone coming from the Big Lake area has
to enter Monticello by crossing the river on Highway 25. If the City could establish
a route from that point to direct traffic to a point where they could cross I-94, the
Sheriffs Department thought it would eliminate many of the problems with
snowmobilers wandering all over the community and would also enable the
Sheriffs Department to do a better job of enforcing speed regulations and other
snowmobile ordinances if a marked trail is established.
The Police Commission members agreed that the City needs to establish a trail
system in the city and will be working toward defining a route that can be reviewed
at an upcoming meeting of the Police Commission with the Monticello Snowmobile
Club and representatives of the Sheriffs Department. After a route has been
defined, a recommendation will be forthcoming to the Council for consideration in
establishing a trail. Our next Police Commission meeting has been sot for
Wednesday, March b, and it is hopefW that an agreed-upon route along with the
proper signing can be in place for next winter.
As a side note, the Sheriffs Department is also going to use some of the 200 hours
of additional coverage that has been allocated for 1997 toward snowmobile
ordinance enforcement.
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COUNCEL UPDATE
February 6, 1997
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Following are two variance requests recently approved by the Planning Commission
under alternatives A-1 and B-1. If the City Council is not comfortable with the
variances granted, then the Planning Commission decision must be appealed and
placed on the neat agenda.
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The Peterson-Grimsmo Mortuary site plan was developed jointly by the
architects representing Peterson-Grimsmo and City staff with the goal of
developing a plan that meets the needs of a modern funeral home and fits
with the proposed design guidelines being developed by the HRA through the
Monticello Community Partners IMCP). Ironically, the existing ordinance
limits the site plan design in a fashion that results in the need for variances
in order to achieve the goals of the proposed redevelopment design
guidelines.
PROPOSED REDEVELOPMENT DESIGN GUIDELINES
The proposed urban design guidelines being prepared by Hoisington Koegler
at the direction of the MCP design committee have been reviewed by the
MCP Board and members of the community at various workshops. The
design guidelines, although not adopted formally by the City via the
comprehensive plan, call for development of Walnut Street as a pedestrian -
friendly retail/service area. Elements of the design include introduction of
on -street head -in parking and minimal or zero setbacks of buildings at the
street. Over the long-term, it is hoped that the development of Walnut Street
will feature buildings and storefronts facing Walnut, resulting in a classic
downtown main street look and appeal. In order to accomplish the design
goals, Walnut Street will need to be widened, which will require that the City
acquire 7 ft of property from private property owners along the full length of
Walnut Street on both sides of the street.
DESIGN GUIDELINE IMPACT ON FUNERAL CHAPEL DESIGN
City staff and Michael Schroeder met with the architects designing the site
plan on two separate occasions and developed a site plan that strives to
accomplish the goals of the design guidlines. The site plans shows sidewalk
on Walnut Street and connecting sidewalks, thus creating pedestrian links to
tho street. It also includes modifications to the architecture of tho structure
that lend a colonial look to the facility, thus following potential guidelines
that we may institute for public or civic uses. The site plan also includes the
provision for providing the City with the 7 ft of land area needed to
accomplish the head -in parking design goals.
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�p Please note that the actual development of the head -in parking off of Walnut
l� Street will not occur until such time that Walnut Street is rebuilt. The
parking identified on the site plan itself is sufficient to handle the parking
required by the funeral home.
VARIANCE REQUESTS
The first variance will allow access to the small parking lot in the front of the
property to front 5th Street. According to existing code, the access at this
location should be no closer than 40 ft from the right -of --way. The proposed
access point will be inside of this 40 -ft minimum at a distance of 30 ft. This
variance request will enable the shifting of the access point from Walnut
Street to 5th Street, which benefits the City by placing the private access on
a quieter side street versus having the access dump onto busy Walnut Street.
In addition, pedestrians using Walnut Street will have one less driveway to
negotiate when walking along the Walnut Street sidewalk.
The second variance calls for an encroachment on the side yard setback on
the fire hall side of the facility. As stated earlier, the City is acquiring 7 ft of
property from the land owner on the east side, which reduces the usable size
of the property, thus having the potential of limiting space for building and
parking. Originally, it was intended that the parking on the Walnut side of
the facility be placed directly next to the sidewalk extending along the
Walnut Street right-of-way. This would have required a 5 -ft variance along
the Walnut Street side of the parking lot and resulted in cars parked directly
next to the sidewalk. At the request of City staff, the owner has agreed to
shift the parking and building 5 ft toward the fire hall to create separation
between the Walnut parking and the sidewalk. However, this shift results in
the need for a variance on the west side of the property. Although it is too
early to tell, it is possible that in the future, the right-of-way between the fire
hall and the mortuary could be converted to additional parking for future
civic uses in the area. If that is the case, then the mortuary parking lot could
be expanded and a larger joint parking area could result.
1R ALTF.RNATrVF ACTIONS:
Decision A
1. Motion to approve the variance request allowing a curb cut inside of
the 40 -ft minimum standard at 5th Street.
This motion could be based on the finding that the proposed ordinance
amendment does not impair the intent of the zoning ordinance and
results in a safer and more convenient access. It also enhances
pedestrian use of the Walnut Street right-of-way.
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2. Motion to deny the variance request to allow a curb cut inside of the
40 -ft minimum standard at 5th Street.
If the Planning Commission is not comfortable with the work being
prepared and the design guidelines being established by the MCP, the
position could be taken that the proposed variance is not necessary,
and the site can be developed under existing code. Therefore, the
variance should be denied.
I recommend alternative t11.
Decision B
Motion to grant the variance allowing a 5 -ft setback variance to the
parking lot setback requirement on the western boundary of the
mortuary site plan.
Motion is based on the finding that the setback variance is necessary
to accommodate the design guidelines of the Monticello Community
Partners' proposed development guidelines. Furthermore, long-term
parking lot plans could include enlargement of the proposed parking
lot as a joint public/semi-public lot to be developed at some point in the
future in conjunction with expansion of civic uses in the area.
Motion to deny the variance allowing a 5 -ft setback to the parking lot
setback requirement on the western boundary of the mortuary site
plan.
Planning Commission could select this alternative if it is not
comfortable with the design guidelines being prepared by the MCP.
Perhaps you'd prefer that the guidelines be incorporated into the
comprehensive plan prior to making variance decisions.
Staff recommends alternative q1. It is our view that the design guidelines
have received a considerable amount of review by both the MCP and
members of the Planning Commission. We have an opportunity at this time
to make changes to a site plan that will allow it to be better integrated into
the future design of the Walnut Street corridor; therefore, it is recommended
Cthat the variance be granted to allow integration to occur.
D_ S1IPPORTINC DATA;
Copy of site plan; Copy of draft design guidelines.
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1.0 The Structure of Downtown J C Qty
1.1 Create a downtown and riverfront area for Monticello that has a strong relationship to
community patterns, features, and the idea of a small town in the country.
• Development shall occur within the existing grid of the local Streets.
• 7be Mississippi River shall be one of the primary focal points of downtown, with elements of the river
drawn through downtown to strengthen downtown's connection to the river.
• nrminal into views shrill focus on a significant built in natural faaturc (e building, pavilion, garden, the
river: not a parking lot).
• Comaeuniiy and civic facilities shall be prominent elements of the downtown.
1.2 Create a variety of uses to attract people throughout the Clay and night, for activities of
commerce, culture, community and civics.
• A range of rises and activities shall ocher, in downtown, including curnmen:ialhetail, office, public/civic.
housing and recreatiordentertniam nt uses.
• A guide for uses shall be established• but flexibility should be allowed for uses that enhance the goal of an
aedve and vital downtown environment.
1.3 Develop a downtown and riverfront area that is compact and walkable, with a density of
development and a level of activity that set it apart front the rut of the community.
Buildings Nall be placed new the street to create a armng edge to the %vert, a tense that you are passing
something, and an opportunity to see into a building from the sidewalk or see rhe activity of the street from
the building.
• land resources shall he shared wherever possible to allow for a greater amount of development in a limited F?
space. 5_• .
• Clu.tering of buildings shall be encouraged to allow people to walk easily from one use to Another stand- L
ainne uses and uses that are oriented strongly to the Automobile stall be dlscouraged.
• Downtown shall be as comfortable for pedevtrians a% it is comanient for cmv, tea Igniting that, once the stir
is perked, the driver becomes a pedestrian
• A pedcstrim system shalt be develnped to reach all user In downtown and lrm u strong cnnnectlnn hr
surrounding neighborhoods.
1.4 Structure the street system to accommodate downtown traffic and "through" traffic. to
e r-' support busirsesses, improve circulation, and maintain a "downtown" character.
• Wilnut Street and "cross" streets shall be oriented b pedestrians but Anil wxumtnxlate vehicle traffic.
• Pine street shall be oriented to vehicles but shell accommodate pedestrirms.
• Broadway shall be balanced In its mentation to ftedest iam and vehicle traffic.
• The entrmxa to downtown shall be marked to Announce one's Arrive! In downtown.
1.5 Explore a range of transportation modes to rnanuge traffic its downtown Monticello.
�.' walking and biking shall be accommodated in downtown and At every site in downtown. s
Regularly schedule community "elrculatof' setvlcs slat! be explored as a way of moving people Into and L
out of duwntnwn without their can.
A trolley on the railroad cracks should be considered to provide for a unique enaction and w a metli d of
communhy transponstlon.
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Design Guidelines
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1.6 Recogaize patterns that are appropriate to varying downtown "districts" in an effort to create
development that "fits" the context of each district.
• "Districts" shall be established to guide the general use and character of do elopment In the downtown and
rivaftnt 8ML
' The following "districts" might be established: River District: Broadway District; Walnut District; ,
t� Civic/Institudonal District. Seventh Street Diarict; Industrial District: Aad Trwsitioaal Diwkt.
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1 t , • " 2.0 The Design of Public Spaces
2.1 Develop a stmetscape that yields a hierarchy and organization of downtown at.• _ets, that
generates and authentic identity, and results is an attractive environment for people (those in
can and those on foot).
• Recogntze that surae downtown streets will be oriented to vehicle traffic, but will still Accommodate
pedestrians; and that some streets will be oriented to pedestrians but $till accommodate vehicles.
Utilim materials tbar reflect local elements and eMtwm to provide the sense of Monticello in every .nut. iJ
• Use elements that yield a more pedestrian scale, even at assets that are oriented m vehicles (pedeetdaa•seale
strest lights, for esrmtple).
• Develop a pattern of street tree planting for all downtown streets to create Identity and mnrai+tancy In
i, downtown, but aril Allowing for divmlty In the Attectaenpe.
• Provide pedestrian amadila, such As benches and trash receptacle. at regular interval and key locations at all
u" downtown outs.
• Pro+ide elements that inform the community of events And happealags in the Monticello community as
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t( Ukely gathering places.
N ; t Develop a system of comistent maintenance for all public and private spores In downtown (rather than
relying on the individual property or business owners to keep their sidewalks And alta malotalned).
2.2 Build a complete network of sidewalks in downtown and extend sidewalk& into nearby
neighborhoods to create o walkingtstrolling downtown environment.
• Build Aidewallu with widths appropriate to levels of pedestrian traffic.
• BuUd aldewalk mmteetioro from the sidewalk to the front door of every building to dowmawn, esrecially t
Ihow that are separated rtom the sidewalk by parking area+.
' Develop sidewalks on bush aides of all downtown aueats And on at least oro side of all eaters tcudinit intu
I. ndghborhoods
2.3 Establish spaces for community gathering khat am oriented to important civic, commtutity and
statural features.
• Develop West Bridge Park to se mmmodats significant and scheduled downtown gathvlag►, leaving Ewa �;� r • .
1 • Hridaa Put to bc:onr a mon passive scope from Ibe activities of duwntowe,
f Develop a gathering apace as a now (9ry Hell to f ruction as a Mt ndcallo "town quare
' ! • Develop a sprue in downtown thin cam A000mroodatt a farmers mtarkar.
I rr ~ 1 • Allow for same downtown streets to ba closed for larger catamanlry gatherings and ovens.
M"' . • Utilize similar patterns and materials In the public gathering spaces a farad to the aaasta to make the I
gathertrtg spaces 6!d lib a natural WerWas of the street. k A t
2.4 Develop a street system to appropriate ton downtown environment.
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• Maintain a reptar spacing of streets and a grid patterns of meets and blocks in dmratown.
• Use traffic calming tachnlques to keep speeQs of traffic at safe levels and to eaeavage the use of "sueeta' by
pedeatriaro-
µ''' • �•i • Allow and camomile on -street puking on downtown streets to achieve trent calming, to create a mrrc
active meet environment, and to Croke a hetmr transition between traffic and pedestrim.
n� ,,.,• 3.0 The Configuration of Sites
3.1 Establish cotmnoa setback and lot coverage standards for each "district" to ensure compatible
and ma*tmsrm developtttent in downtown Monticello.
— • Setbacks and build -to Ilam for e%wy dmvmosm "dist icr / r'
t i �. • Standards for caldITum lot coverage to emote the bat use of limited available tared in downtown (civle and
institakwal ac(Ildes exempt, or a different standard used to ensure thea bufld'wgs can rennin prominent)
�' i• Sam ioaW 'build -sat"
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Minimum tondWing dm for primary building on each site L' _
.A, . • • Plums, outdoor gathering or sales area not included In minimum coverage calcuta km
3.2 Make buildings the focus of Motuicello's downtown and river -front, not parking areas.
• locate puking behind or beside buildings, with no more than 25% of required puking in a side yard (Pine
Street dhtrfetmtanptl.
• Prohibit porting areas st Intersections.
/ Require sgsaradon of parking areas from buildings and public sidawalks for tandseaping and buffering.
Separation between puking areas and public tights -of -way shall use lamhcapo muterials or ornamental
r' fcaea (no beret)• I , • ,
3.3 Create parklab to accommodate ani cipated and reallstic dernaads, without overbuilding
parking facilites.
_ r • Encourage deretopinea of Jointwso parking facilities, balancing we on a day -today and tww•to-hnur basic
t to achieve the hisheat possible use of each perking space atatat.
1 + r^ • CSmm par" for office and retail uses m rata between 7 sed 4 spaces per 1000 Square, feel gross fluor area.
a• • Discourage development that would exceed or require normal peak parking danand In order to keep
r1mlopme w density intense.
• Include on—saeu peeking that Baru each site in the calculation, of puking provided for that Sita
r • Provids tnpbyee parking In tcmntn arm to allow customer parking nearest to the destination; prohibit
employees Mom parking an downtown streets.
s Crane preAcreatial piing sorra to aeighborhoods.Ifeeceony.
3.4 Develop each site to facilitate traffic movettttnt and reduce conflict points.
• Provide full stress to sites wing cots streets; limit access to site on trine Street to right in/ma.
• Allow limited parking to access Mom %Wnut and River Stteaa.
• Allow per" lot circulation at cods of perking aiales to Win crust streata, If rrasstry.
3.5 Establish continuity in the patterns of site development to maintain coherency and
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Fstablish a common patents of materials for rites in downtown (lighting. paving, landscam signse etc.) l
• Require that puling lots be 254 shaded by meet within 10 years: of deveklpmrn[.
Ise laact aping or emamenml fencing to block view of bumpers slid grills of ass parked in lots adjacent to
any public street.
i • Um Indigenous or proven native plant materials, focusing on specie,% related to the river nr savanna
t �, • environments.
. • Encourage sips to be apart of the building rather than the rite; allow pylon signs for development on Pine
Street and between 7tb Street and 1.94 only.
4.0 The Design of Buildings
4,1 Develop a unified character for all built elements of downtown to yield the sense of a true
i powntown district.
�,1•• Formula and "corporate" architecture.". hanchlae patterns and buildings that we designed as signs shall be
protdbited: building dedgn shall rely on "found" character mrher ttwe Introduced cluxecam r
• Bvlididge shag be compatible within each district stellar end having llar tole. massing, bulk detail.
Buildings dual be organized with axes perpendicular to ttteets .
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Each holding shell be encouraged to explore some level of Individual expnv.ion in order to reflect the sense
of o downtown district ratter than a strip cetuta
• Generally, commercial building. (retail and office uses) shall have flat roofs.
• No building shall exceed a height greater than three stories plus the roof. except that buildings in the
tivicArrstitutional district may have elements that exceed three stories.
• Awnings shall be allowed to be continuous only "cmrchonto" occupied by a single tenant: awnlags shall .,
not be allowed to extend serosa the fame of more than one building, wen If the buildings am occupied by the
tame tennal.
• Detail shall be integral to the huilding, not dements that applied to it utatalard building shell (such as o
y cleck•tower). 11-1 t. t
4.2 Require the use of quality building materials and methods to create an enduring stock of
downtown buildings.
• Materials shall be durable, easily maintained and enactive at close distanctx (for pnuple walking an
sidewalks or driving slowly on the street for example).
—• Material. 4hafl have an aMWIvii pattern, texture and quality detailing.
Brick, itone. wood. UPS or high quality pmew concrete are acceptahle finish materials; Ngh quality metal f
' t"I (mate tltdah preferred) or synthetic siding may be acceptable If used In combination with odw acceptable
materials; wood hone or masonry construction Is acceptable.
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Transparent ass shall be used at the
. paten gl m+Nto+V of sneer level windows: Oilnd gleets at sheet level U trot
'i „tyartptable.
i t r �• Canvas awnings or extension of the roof material for awning is encouraged: nylun awnings or other
synthetic materiels. as well as those swaing structures menu to be illuminated from within, are Oct
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4.3 Develop buildings that relate to people at all publicly visible sides; eliminate aback door"
appearance for service areas and rear entrances ham parking lots.
• Facades facing smsets or public walkways .hall be artkulatad with windows and douse resulting in a
minimum of _ per wet window or drier area a sneer leeat (sidewalk grade to 10 few); windows shall have
t " e ge"MIly vertical orientation,
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Entries shall a big) t. of the building,
htechanial systems shall be integrated Into Iha design of ft building.
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• Trnsh atmage creat shsfl be completely enclosed andIVcotpomted an a part of the building. /.
$igas shall be incerporated into the buiding facade• win," or awnings up to a maximum of _ square
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-feet per ferode; signs that extend mora than 12" beyond the plane of the building facade or signs that extend
' beyond the roof line are not allowed, except that signs that project over the sidewalk are allowed up to a
maximum slat of nix square feet (marquis excepted); signs that aro within or a part of a window must i
maintain _ percent clan area In the surface of the window; one sign will be allowed for each usable public
entry (signs that are a part of an awning or wkhjn or pan of a window shall not he counted In, determining "
the number of signs allowed).
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