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00-646Council File # �O - Gy V ORlG1NAL OF Presented Referred To RESOLUTION NT PAUL, MINNESOTA a Green Sheet # 100422 Committee Date VJHEREAS, the Legislative Hearing Officer recommends that license applicarion (ID # 20000002134) for a Second Hand Dealer-Motor Vehicle License by Mary Costas Enterprises, DBA Value Auto Sales and Leasing, 2250 University Avenue West, be approved, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Saint Paul hereby approves this license application. Yeas Nays Absent Blakey ✓ Coleman � Harris � Benanav � Reiter � Bostrom �� L�,� ✓ � o � Adopted by Council: Date a- a Adoption Certified by Council Secretary � BY� `� � ��--�a� Approved by Mayor: Date �(��A ( � ��' By: ✓C �E��i� Requested by Department of: � Form Approved by Ciry Attorney [� � by Mayor for Submission to Council PARTMINf/OFFlCEAWUJdL nATENmw� OO "G�` City Council Offices 6-26-2000 GREEN SHEET No 1 G�'�� 2 2 �� Gerry Strathman, 266-8575 mr�ru�sraa o.rca,c� UST BE ON (bIRdCILAGH�M 8Y (OAT9 AbllOx July 5, 2000 �� an.,.a�. a,vaac xouram � wweu�aExncoo�e. wwcw�a�rvrKCro ❑ rrartpe�ta�nwrl ❑ TOTAL f OF StGiVATURE PAGES (CIJP ALL LOCATIONS FOR SIGNATi1R� : rioN F�auES�o Approving application for a Second Hand Dealer-Motor Vehicle License by Mary Gostas Enterprises, DBA Value Auto Sales and Leasing, 2250 University Avenue West. PLANNING COMMISSION CIB COMMITTEE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION l'F�r"']I Has fhic ce�rm ever xo�ked wMera corC�ad rarthis aepartmeM?. YES MO tias llxs P«sorJfi�m mer been a dlv emPbYee4 YE3 NO Doas this pe�saUfirm P�ss a sk'� rwt namMYO��eed M�Y airteM alY emWmee? YES NQ Is tlus peteaMum a tarpeted �enUM , YES NO . tk ' j,�'.,� � DI: �F I:'�71 TRNNSACTON INFORMATION(IXPWN) COET/itEVENUE BUD6ETED (CIRaE ON� YEE ACTNITY NUMBER ) NO oo_`yl. MINU'I'ES OF TI� LEGISLATIVE HEARING VALUE AUTO SALES & LEASING - 2250 UNIVERSITY AVENUE WEST Thursday, June 22, 2000 Room 330 Courthouse Gerry Strathman, Legislative Hearing Officer The meeting was called to order at 11:00 a.m. STAFF PRESENT: Corinne Asuncion, LIEP (License, Inspection, Environmental Protection); Christine Rozek, LIEP Gerry Strathman stated this hearing is being held to hear objections to the issuance of a license to Value Auto Sales and Leasing. Christine Rozek reported the applicant is Mary Costas Enterprises, doing business as Value Auto Sales and Leasing. This application is for a second hand dealer-motor vehicle license. No conditions haue been placed on this license. All requirements for zoning, fire, and licensing haue been met There are no pend'mg adverse actions against this license. The recommendation from LIEP is for approval of this license applicarion. Melissa Mathews, Community Organizer for St. Anthony Park Community Council, appeazed and stated the community council passed a motion to approve this license with the condition that the flags and streamers be removed. The community council feels the flags and streamers _ contribute to the visual blight of the community. As there is redevelopment along the Midway area, they would like to see this business be a positive contribution with the exception of the flags and streamers. Hossein Aghamirzai, owner, and Mohsen Aghamirzai, manager, appeared. Mohsen Aghamirzai stated the flags and streamers contribute to the look o£ the area. They aze new. He operated a business at 1852 University for six years. The flags and streamers at that location have been replaced every year. The flags and streamers were installed about a month ago at 2250 University and look very nice. They give off a cheery and happy atmosphere. None of the streamers aze hanging on the steeet with strands ftying all over. If there is a problem with them, he encourages people to let him know. If anytIiing is creating litter, it can be addressed. Flags and streamers are a marketing strategy for a car lot. He needs to have them there. They will be maintained. Mr. Strathman asked what this business is near. Mohsen Aghamirzai responded it is next to Porky's Restaurant. Mr. Strathman stated he is a little puzzled. This seems to be a commerciai strip, and not a quiet residenrial azea. Porky's is a colorful establishment. He does not understand the concem of the neighborhood about the streaxnars. Ms. Mathews responded there is a University Avenue 00 -6yb VALUE AUTO SALES & LEASING, Legislative Hearing, 6-22-2000 Page 2 corridor initiative redevelopment that is moving forwazd. There wiIl be many types of businesses such as used caz lofs, commercial, housing, t�•ansportation; the whole Midway area will change. The flags and streamers detract from the upward look of the azea. The community council recommends a Minnesota flag or a IInited States flag. The flags and streamers are used to keep birds away from the caz lot, but the communiry council feels fhere aze other ways to do that. The community council also feels the flags and streamers are snnilaz to billboards: they effect an area economically. Mr. Strathman asked is there any code that would prohibit the use of streamers in this type of locafion. Christine Rozek responded there is no type of code; however, there was a council member that would not aliow any used caz establishmems in his wazd to have streamers. Every license that went into his ward had a condition of no streamers; therefare, there is a precedent for having such a condition on the licensa. Mr. Strathman recommended approval of the license application. He understands what the community is trying to do, and everyone is supportive of hying to improve UniversiYy Avenue. However, he cannot see the basis for saying the business cannot have streamers. They do not seem inappropriate for a commercial street such as University Avenue. He understands that people have different senses of what is tasteful and what is constructive, but streamers do not seem offensive ar unusual. A copy of the letter from Sf. Anthony Park Community Council will be inciuded with Mr. Strathman's recommendation to the City Council. If Ms. Mathews would like to add something objecting to his decision, she can submit Yhat to him by noon of June 29. The finai decision rests with the City Councii. It will be on the Consent Agenda of the City Council rneeting at 3:30 p.m, on 7uly 5, 20Q0. The meeting was adjourned at ll:11 a.m. rrn Jun 08 OD 02:43p SRPCC 651649-5993 p.2 oo-�y(, 1'1�1�t1 ��,L F��7�#�\ �� St. Anthony Park Community Council June S, 2000 Gerry Strathman Legislative Hearing Officer 310 City Hall 15 West Kc]]ogg Blvd. Saint Pau1, MN 55102 Deaz Mr. 5trathman: On behalf of the St. Anthony Park Community Council, I am wating regarding the applicauon for a Class C license at 2250 Universiry Avenue West. The application purpose is for a Second Hand Dealer - Motor Vehicle License owned by Hossein Aghamirzai. Originally, when the Class C license for this lot was applied for in 1990 it was in the agreement that no repairs wiit be done, which is a condition on the license. As well, the dealer agreed to not install streamers azound the lot as it is not consistent and keeping with the development of the commsanity. After the Class C license was approved, the owner raised flag stseamers surrounding the business lot. l�iow that the application is being reviewed, it is the CounciPs respectfu[ request that the owner remove the fiag streamers. 7'he Full Councii met Wednesday, June 7, 2000 and unanimously approved tUs Class C license request contingent upon the remova! of the flag streamers around the business lot of 2250 University Avenue West. Thank you for your time and considerarion in reviewing this request. Sincerely, J�� Meiissa Mathews � Community Organizer �Ui9C1Z �2S@3rC�1 ri8�8( �� 890 CromweN Avenue, Saint P�ul, M[rtnaoo 55114 +'� 651 /649-5992 voice y 651 /649-5993 fu Council File # �O - Gy V ORlG1NAL OF Presented Referred To RESOLUTION NT PAUL, MINNESOTA a Green Sheet # 100422 Committee Date VJHEREAS, the Legislative Hearing Officer recommends that license applicarion (ID # 20000002134) for a Second Hand Dealer-Motor Vehicle License by Mary Costas Enterprises, DBA Value Auto Sales and Leasing, 2250 University Avenue West, be approved, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Saint Paul hereby approves this license application. Yeas Nays Absent Blakey ✓ Coleman � Harris � Benanav � Reiter � Bostrom �� L�,� ✓ � o � Adopted by Council: Date a- a Adoption Certified by Council Secretary � BY� `� � ��--�a� Approved by Mayor: Date �(��A ( � ��' By: ✓C �E��i� Requested by Department of: � Form Approved by Ciry Attorney [� � by Mayor for Submission to Council PARTMINf/OFFlCEAWUJdL nATENmw� OO "G�` City Council Offices 6-26-2000 GREEN SHEET No 1 G�'�� 2 2 �� Gerry Strathman, 266-8575 mr�ru�sraa o.rca,c� UST BE ON (bIRdCILAGH�M 8Y (OAT9 AbllOx July 5, 2000 �� an.,.a�. a,vaac xouram � wweu�aExncoo�e. wwcw�a�rvrKCro ❑ rrartpe�ta�nwrl ❑ TOTAL f OF StGiVATURE PAGES (CIJP ALL LOCATIONS FOR SIGNATi1R� : rioN F�auES�o Approving application for a Second Hand Dealer-Motor Vehicle License by Mary Gostas Enterprises, DBA Value Auto Sales and Leasing, 2250 University Avenue West. PLANNING COMMISSION CIB COMMITTEE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION l'F�r"']I Has fhic ce�rm ever xo�ked wMera corC�ad rarthis aepartmeM?. YES MO tias llxs P«sorJfi�m mer been a dlv emPbYee4 YE3 NO Doas this pe�saUfirm P�ss a sk'� rwt namMYO��eed M�Y airteM alY emWmee? YES NQ Is tlus peteaMum a tarpeted �enUM , YES NO . tk ' j,�'.,� � DI: �F I:'�71 TRNNSACTON INFORMATION(IXPWN) COET/itEVENUE BUD6ETED (CIRaE ON� YEE ACTNITY NUMBER ) NO oo_`yl. MINU'I'ES OF TI� LEGISLATIVE HEARING VALUE AUTO SALES & LEASING - 2250 UNIVERSITY AVENUE WEST Thursday, June 22, 2000 Room 330 Courthouse Gerry Strathman, Legislative Hearing Officer The meeting was called to order at 11:00 a.m. STAFF PRESENT: Corinne Asuncion, LIEP (License, Inspection, Environmental Protection); Christine Rozek, LIEP Gerry Strathman stated this hearing is being held to hear objections to the issuance of a license to Value Auto Sales and Leasing. Christine Rozek reported the applicant is Mary Costas Enterprises, doing business as Value Auto Sales and Leasing. This application is for a second hand dealer-motor vehicle license. No conditions haue been placed on this license. All requirements for zoning, fire, and licensing haue been met There are no pend'mg adverse actions against this license. The recommendation from LIEP is for approval of this license applicarion. Melissa Mathews, Community Organizer for St. Anthony Park Community Council, appeazed and stated the community council passed a motion to approve this license with the condition that the flags and streamers be removed. The community council feels the flags and streamers _ contribute to the visual blight of the community. As there is redevelopment along the Midway area, they would like to see this business be a positive contribution with the exception of the flags and streamers. Hossein Aghamirzai, owner, and Mohsen Aghamirzai, manager, appeared. Mohsen Aghamirzai stated the flags and streamers contribute to the look o£ the area. They aze new. He operated a business at 1852 University for six years. The flags and streamers at that location have been replaced every year. The flags and streamers were installed about a month ago at 2250 University and look very nice. They give off a cheery and happy atmosphere. None of the streamers aze hanging on the steeet with strands ftying all over. If there is a problem with them, he encourages people to let him know. If anytIiing is creating litter, it can be addressed. Flags and streamers are a marketing strategy for a car lot. He needs to have them there. They will be maintained. Mr. Strathman asked what this business is near. Mohsen Aghamirzai responded it is next to Porky's Restaurant. Mr. Strathman stated he is a little puzzled. This seems to be a commerciai strip, and not a quiet residenrial azea. Porky's is a colorful establishment. He does not understand the concem of the neighborhood about the streaxnars. Ms. Mathews responded there is a University Avenue 00 -6yb VALUE AUTO SALES & LEASING, Legislative Hearing, 6-22-2000 Page 2 corridor initiative redevelopment that is moving forwazd. There wiIl be many types of businesses such as used caz lofs, commercial, housing, t�•ansportation; the whole Midway area will change. The flags and streamers detract from the upward look of the azea. The community council recommends a Minnesota flag or a IInited States flag. The flags and streamers are used to keep birds away from the caz lot, but the communiry council feels fhere aze other ways to do that. The community council also feels the flags and streamers are snnilaz to billboards: they effect an area economically. Mr. Strathman asked is there any code that would prohibit the use of streamers in this type of locafion. Christine Rozek responded there is no type of code; however, there was a council member that would not aliow any used caz establishmems in his wazd to have streamers. Every license that went into his ward had a condition of no streamers; therefare, there is a precedent for having such a condition on the licensa. Mr. Strathman recommended approval of the license application. He understands what the community is trying to do, and everyone is supportive of hying to improve UniversiYy Avenue. However, he cannot see the basis for saying the business cannot have streamers. They do not seem inappropriate for a commercial street such as University Avenue. He understands that people have different senses of what is tasteful and what is constructive, but streamers do not seem offensive ar unusual. A copy of the letter from Sf. Anthony Park Community Council will be inciuded with Mr. Strathman's recommendation to the City Council. If Ms. Mathews would like to add something objecting to his decision, she can submit Yhat to him by noon of June 29. The finai decision rests with the City Councii. It will be on the Consent Agenda of the City Council rneeting at 3:30 p.m, on 7uly 5, 20Q0. The meeting was adjourned at ll:11 a.m. rrn Jun 08 OD 02:43p SRPCC 651649-5993 p.2 oo-�y(, 1'1�1�t1 ��,L F��7�#�\ �� St. Anthony Park Community Council June S, 2000 Gerry Strathman Legislative Hearing Officer 310 City Hall 15 West Kc]]ogg Blvd. Saint Pau1, MN 55102 Deaz Mr. 5trathman: On behalf of the St. Anthony Park Community Council, I am wating regarding the applicauon for a Class C license at 2250 Universiry Avenue West. The application purpose is for a Second Hand Dealer - Motor Vehicle License owned by Hossein Aghamirzai. Originally, when the Class C license for this lot was applied for in 1990 it was in the agreement that no repairs wiit be done, which is a condition on the license. As well, the dealer agreed to not install streamers azound the lot as it is not consistent and keeping with the development of the commsanity. After the Class C license was approved, the owner raised flag stseamers surrounding the business lot. l�iow that the application is being reviewed, it is the CounciPs respectfu[ request that the owner remove the fiag streamers. 7'he Full Councii met Wednesday, June 7, 2000 and unanimously approved tUs Class C license request contingent upon the remova! of the flag streamers around the business lot of 2250 University Avenue West. Thank you for your time and considerarion in reviewing this request. Sincerely, J�� Meiissa Mathews � Community Organizer �Ui9C1Z �2S@3rC�1 ri8�8( �� 890 CromweN Avenue, Saint P�ul, M[rtnaoo 55114 +'� 651 /649-5992 voice y 651 /649-5993 fu Council File # �O - Gy V ORlG1NAL OF Presented Referred To RESOLUTION NT PAUL, MINNESOTA a Green Sheet # 100422 Committee Date VJHEREAS, the Legislative Hearing Officer recommends that license applicarion (ID # 20000002134) for a Second Hand Dealer-Motor Vehicle License by Mary Costas Enterprises, DBA Value Auto Sales and Leasing, 2250 University Avenue West, be approved, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Saint Paul hereby approves this license application. Yeas Nays Absent Blakey ✓ Coleman � Harris � Benanav � Reiter � Bostrom �� L�,� ✓ � o � Adopted by Council: Date a- a Adoption Certified by Council Secretary � BY� `� � ��--�a� Approved by Mayor: Date �(��A ( � ��' By: ✓C �E��i� Requested by Department of: � Form Approved by Ciry Attorney [� � by Mayor for Submission to Council PARTMINf/OFFlCEAWUJdL nATENmw� OO "G�` City Council Offices 6-26-2000 GREEN SHEET No 1 G�'�� 2 2 �� Gerry Strathman, 266-8575 mr�ru�sraa o.rca,c� UST BE ON (bIRdCILAGH�M 8Y (OAT9 AbllOx July 5, 2000 �� an.,.a�. a,vaac xouram � wweu�aExncoo�e. wwcw�a�rvrKCro ❑ rrartpe�ta�nwrl ❑ TOTAL f OF StGiVATURE PAGES (CIJP ALL LOCATIONS FOR SIGNATi1R� : rioN F�auES�o Approving application for a Second Hand Dealer-Motor Vehicle License by Mary Gostas Enterprises, DBA Value Auto Sales and Leasing, 2250 University Avenue West. PLANNING COMMISSION CIB COMMITTEE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION l'F�r"']I Has fhic ce�rm ever xo�ked wMera corC�ad rarthis aepartmeM?. YES MO tias llxs P«sorJfi�m mer been a dlv emPbYee4 YE3 NO Doas this pe�saUfirm P�ss a sk'� rwt namMYO��eed M�Y airteM alY emWmee? YES NQ Is tlus peteaMum a tarpeted �enUM , YES NO . tk ' j,�'.,� � DI: �F I:'�71 TRNNSACTON INFORMATION(IXPWN) COET/itEVENUE BUD6ETED (CIRaE ON� YEE ACTNITY NUMBER ) NO oo_`yl. MINU'I'ES OF TI� LEGISLATIVE HEARING VALUE AUTO SALES & LEASING - 2250 UNIVERSITY AVENUE WEST Thursday, June 22, 2000 Room 330 Courthouse Gerry Strathman, Legislative Hearing Officer The meeting was called to order at 11:00 a.m. STAFF PRESENT: Corinne Asuncion, LIEP (License, Inspection, Environmental Protection); Christine Rozek, LIEP Gerry Strathman stated this hearing is being held to hear objections to the issuance of a license to Value Auto Sales and Leasing. Christine Rozek reported the applicant is Mary Costas Enterprises, doing business as Value Auto Sales and Leasing. This application is for a second hand dealer-motor vehicle license. No conditions haue been placed on this license. All requirements for zoning, fire, and licensing haue been met There are no pend'mg adverse actions against this license. The recommendation from LIEP is for approval of this license applicarion. Melissa Mathews, Community Organizer for St. Anthony Park Community Council, appeazed and stated the community council passed a motion to approve this license with the condition that the flags and streamers be removed. The community council feels the flags and streamers _ contribute to the visual blight of the community. As there is redevelopment along the Midway area, they would like to see this business be a positive contribution with the exception of the flags and streamers. Hossein Aghamirzai, owner, and Mohsen Aghamirzai, manager, appeared. Mohsen Aghamirzai stated the flags and streamers contribute to the look o£ the area. They aze new. He operated a business at 1852 University for six years. The flags and streamers at that location have been replaced every year. The flags and streamers were installed about a month ago at 2250 University and look very nice. They give off a cheery and happy atmosphere. None of the streamers aze hanging on the steeet with strands ftying all over. If there is a problem with them, he encourages people to let him know. If anytIiing is creating litter, it can be addressed. Flags and streamers are a marketing strategy for a car lot. He needs to have them there. They will be maintained. Mr. Strathman asked what this business is near. Mohsen Aghamirzai responded it is next to Porky's Restaurant. Mr. Strathman stated he is a little puzzled. This seems to be a commerciai strip, and not a quiet residenrial azea. Porky's is a colorful establishment. He does not understand the concem of the neighborhood about the streaxnars. Ms. Mathews responded there is a University Avenue 00 -6yb VALUE AUTO SALES & LEASING, Legislative Hearing, 6-22-2000 Page 2 corridor initiative redevelopment that is moving forwazd. There wiIl be many types of businesses such as used caz lofs, commercial, housing, t�•ansportation; the whole Midway area will change. The flags and streamers detract from the upward look of the azea. The community council recommends a Minnesota flag or a IInited States flag. The flags and streamers are used to keep birds away from the caz lot, but the communiry council feels fhere aze other ways to do that. The community council also feels the flags and streamers are snnilaz to billboards: they effect an area economically. Mr. Strathman asked is there any code that would prohibit the use of streamers in this type of locafion. Christine Rozek responded there is no type of code; however, there was a council member that would not aliow any used caz establishmems in his wazd to have streamers. Every license that went into his ward had a condition of no streamers; therefare, there is a precedent for having such a condition on the licensa. Mr. Strathman recommended approval of the license application. He understands what the community is trying to do, and everyone is supportive of hying to improve UniversiYy Avenue. However, he cannot see the basis for saying the business cannot have streamers. They do not seem inappropriate for a commercial street such as University Avenue. He understands that people have different senses of what is tasteful and what is constructive, but streamers do not seem offensive ar unusual. A copy of the letter from Sf. Anthony Park Community Council will be inciuded with Mr. Strathman's recommendation to the City Council. If Ms. Mathews would like to add something objecting to his decision, she can submit Yhat to him by noon of June 29. The finai decision rests with the City Councii. It will be on the Consent Agenda of the City Council rneeting at 3:30 p.m, on 7uly 5, 20Q0. The meeting was adjourned at ll:11 a.m. rrn Jun 08 OD 02:43p SRPCC 651649-5993 p.2 oo-�y(, 1'1�1�t1 ��,L F��7�#�\ �� St. Anthony Park Community Council June S, 2000 Gerry Strathman Legislative Hearing Officer 310 City Hall 15 West Kc]]ogg Blvd. Saint Pau1, MN 55102 Deaz Mr. 5trathman: On behalf of the St. Anthony Park Community Council, I am wating regarding the applicauon for a Class C license at 2250 Universiry Avenue West. The application purpose is for a Second Hand Dealer - Motor Vehicle License owned by Hossein Aghamirzai. Originally, when the Class C license for this lot was applied for in 1990 it was in the agreement that no repairs wiit be done, which is a condition on the license. As well, the dealer agreed to not install streamers azound the lot as it is not consistent and keeping with the development of the commsanity. After the Class C license was approved, the owner raised flag stseamers surrounding the business lot. l�iow that the application is being reviewed, it is the CounciPs respectfu[ request that the owner remove the fiag streamers. 7'he Full Councii met Wednesday, June 7, 2000 and unanimously approved tUs Class C license request contingent upon the remova! of the flag streamers around the business lot of 2250 University Avenue West. Thank you for your time and considerarion in reviewing this request. Sincerely, J�� Meiissa Mathews � Community Organizer �Ui9C1Z �2S@3rC�1 ri8�8( �� 890 CromweN Avenue, Saint P�ul, M[rtnaoo 55114 +'� 651 /649-5992 voice y 651 /649-5993 fu