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274378 WMITE - CITV CLERK COUIICIl ��8 PINK - FINANCE Y OF SA I NT PAITL CANARV - DEPARTMENT BL_UE - MAVOR File NO. uncil Resolution Presented By Referred o Committee: Date Out of Committee By Date WHEREAS, A municipality may, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 462.353, carry on comprehensive municipal planning activ- ities for guiding the future development and improvements of the municipality; and WHEREAS, The Council of the City of Saint Paul may, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 462.355, Subdivision 3, adopt or amend a comprehensive plan or portion thereof after a recommenda- tion by the Planning Commission; and WHEREAS, The Planning Commission has in substantial part recommended adoption of a plan for District 12 as a part of the City comprehensive plan; and WHEREAS, The following action by the Council of the City of Saint Paul is not an implicit adoption of a comprehensive plan of 1963 or other portion thereof recommended by the Planning Commission; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Council of the City of Saint Paul does hereby adopt the plan and comments of Planning Commission thereto for District 12 (a copy of which is attached hereto and marked Exhibit A) , subject to such review by the Metropolitan Coun�il as may be required by law. � - COUNCILMEN Yeas �CMANON Nays � Requested by Department of: ��r In Favor I�ia� Hunt � ��— L.evine __ Against BY . Maddox Showalter Tedesco Jpy 31 1980 Form Approved by City Attorney Adopted by Co �1: Date • � � ��. Certified asse y C ncil Sec.retar BY '� ` sy Ap v by IVlavor: D —�LB 4 1980 Approved by Mayor for Submission to Councii B � � B — — y , �'��,�$H�l� ��i � l��`� _ .. _ , ',. _. _. _ : , , � 2��'�8 , OM O1a 12J19?5 Rev. : 9/8/76 EXP ATION 'OF ADMINTSTR1h�IVE ORDERS, . , RESOLU�'IONS, AND ORD NAi►10ES t oat�_ ��p zg, a sao ' R� E C E 1 V E D * . , JAN ��1980 � �411�lR� � '1'4s ' M�1Y(3�t GEQRGE LATIMER �'R: �e� �e11 us � - �: � ��1�utiar� f�r adoption of pi�t�ict :12 .Plan ��,,�89't`ED: .. �� Tv+�ta�i�lt res4�ution to City Coun�il for �aydoption. FURPOS� A�i R�►TIO ,NALE FOR THIS J�CTIC]N; R1a�� nission k�as adop�ed Plan.. . City C�+ci] �s hei� public: he��i� ,�nd .has voted to aidopt Pl�n. � , ATTACHMENTS; Resal uti o�a ar�d<Pl an ; � " �� , - . , , � . ` . �4�'�8 � � : . . , , , . , , . , : ; � , , : � , , , , , . , , , . . , � � . . � , , , . : _ _ 1 , .� January 10, ,I98o' � � � � . - • � , - . . � t�r. �Cd Starr . : � City Attorney , � Room-647, t�i�y Hall � . , 3t. Ptul, I�i�lwta � . , , � � J. . . � . . � � , . � . � �. .\ � , . . _ J . � � . � � ' . . �\ � Deer Sir: . . �e '�ity �ouneil today� af�er public i�earin�, adcapted a �eotion , ' . fi,n app�ov�e the Distri�t �12 Pl.an. �i�l y�a�'pl�aae �rspsre tbe - � proper reaolu�ion impl�nting^ thia aicti�n.. � . Y . , . , ' , � . - ve� ,�y �a� ; , � , . � , Rose� Mi:u . � � w � . . , Ci.t�y q.erk . ;, , ABOsla ' � � � � - ' - . _ . , - - . - � '. ' _ , . _ , . - , _ � . � , . ; �' - , � �' � , .' j � . , , _ , : _ , _ . . � , , , . . � . . 1 . . . . . , _ , . . . . . , . . . . . . . � � � . ' , � . .. � � . � . � . � . .. � � � � . �. . ' .. . , . .. .. � '.. . . � .. .. .. . . . -' . � � _ .. . . . . . .� , . �. . � - .. . y, � . .. . �� . . . � - • - . . . .. � .� � . � . � . . � � . .. . . �. � � . .. . . . . . . , ___ _ .,,.�,�, 1 ; � , � �'� C ITY C�r� �11Y1 T ��.I}L • � , � /"\ . . � . " OFFICF OI� TH� �I:��UI� 's � �s �� ;-,n �; ` ii4j.�+��:: �,�'� :� �— '� 'a �... . .. 347 CITY H 1.I.I. GEOItCili I..1Ti?It:Ii SAIlT YJLZ,�iL�\L'SOTA a310`.2 i►I:12'U22 �f31_) �9�$--13�:3 Nover�er 3Q„ 1979 Council Presiden�. Joanne Showalter and members af the City Councii City Ha17 , Sev�nth Floor Ste Paul , Minnesota 55102 Re. Transmittal of the District 12 Plan to the Gity Council Dear CoUr,cil President Showalter and members of the. City Council : Or� November 16, 1979, after holding a pubiic hearing, the Planning Cammission certified the District 12 Plan. District plans are proposed amendmee�ts� to th� Comprehensive Plan, and must be adopted by the City.. Council �efore they came into legal effect. "Certification" b,y the Planning CoRanission represen� r their recommendation to the Mayor and the City Council that the plan shat�Td Ge 1 adopted, I am distributing to you copies of the plan for reView pr°eparatary to your public hearing in the District. � The Dis�rict 12 Plan has already undergone an ex�ensive revie�v process. I� was approved by District 12 Community Council , It was circu7ated by the PTanning Com?n�ission to City de�artments and agencies, both as a preliminary plan and in i�s present form. It was also circul`ated to all adjacent districts. __ . Mr. Bellus, in his letter to m�, made a special comment on the Districfi �� Plan. The Planning Corr�nission did r�ot certify the distract 12 positions on housirig reuse in the area between Highway 280 and Raymond, propased streEt cortnec�ions, and eciucation. The most important conflic� is the distric�'s proposal tc� chang� the area between HigF�way 280 and Raymond Avenue from indus�rial use ta housing� The Planning Commission will not certify this proposal until the P1anr��ng Division completes a feasibility and marketabiiity study which compares hQUStng �°euse ta r.ontinued industrial use. The districts proposa7 is on page 10 of th�fr p1�n. The district's pOS1�70t15 are left in the report exactly as it wa� adopted hy i�t�� o�u-nuni ty counci 1 ; but the P�anni ng Corrani ssi ons expl anati on of why i t did na� c�rtify these district recommendations are on color.ed tabs inserted into the Plarr,� The Planning Commission recommends tha� you adopt the plan in thi� same ma�nerx sa that the district's position will be shown in the report but wi11 �at be acfapted as poliGy in the Comprehensive Plan of the Cityo I am impressed by the understanding of city issues and the dedication of the resf- der�ts ��«ard their own communities. I am pleased to transmit their District 12 Rlan to you. Sircere'y� � t � J 1^_ �+ 1 � "Vl �,�,f��.r S`,�\\ ;�.jl�,.ri'�- 1 � � v'�---- . - � . '` Geo�e �atimer, h1ayor �� l�� ' <��°°��_��-- CITY U� SAINT PAUL '�F`��t7 p�'�'� . ��i � ,. r; � �"' �; DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVEI.UPMENT ;� iiii'iiilii' �� -,. � DIVtSiON OF FLANNING `''•��J; ,.�. . � . °��,�,,�� 25 West Fourth Street,Saint Paut,Mirtnesota,55102 GEORGE LATlMER 612•29&41�1 MAYOR Navember 28, 1979 The Honorable George Latimer, Mayor City Ha11 , Raom 347 � Saint Paul, Minnesota 55102 . . _ _, _ .,�_��,.�.._._ Re: Planning Commission certification of the District 12 Plan Dear Mayor Latimer: , On November i6, 1979, the Planning Commission cer�ified the District 12 Plan. District plans are proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan, and must be adopted by the City Council before they c4me into legal effect. "Cer�ification° by the Planning Cor�nission represents their recommendation to the Mayor and C-ity Cauncil that the plan should be adopted. Please distribute seven of the enclosed copies of the District 12 Plan to the City Council and ask ther� to re- . view and act on it. The District 12 Plan has already undergone an extensive review process. It was �pproved by the cormiunity council that represent district 12, It was c�rcu?ated by the Planning Comnission to City departments and agencies, both as a preliminary plan and in its present form. It was alsfl circulated ta a71 - -- - __ adjacent districts. . , A special comment is necessary on this plan. The Planning Commission did not certify the District 12 position on housing reuse of the area between Highway 2g� and Raymond, proposed •street connections, and education. The Planning Commission's explanation of why it did not certify these district reco�nendatians are an colored tabs inserted into the plan. The most important conflict is the district's proRosal to change the area between Nighway 280 and Raymond Avenue from industrial use to housing. The Planning Commission will not certify this proposal until � the Planning Division completes a feasibility and marketability study which compares housing reuse to continued industrial use. The district's proposa� • and. �the Planning Commission's comments are attached. . I am impressed by the dedication residents have shawn toward their commur►ities through their work on this plan. Several more district plans are now under revi ew by the P1 anni ng Corrani ssi on ar�d wi 11 be 'cer�i fi ed in the next few months. Sincerely, � I� �� es J. Bel`ha§ Planning Administrator Encl . . �O Proposal _ . 2.0 PNYSICAL DEVELOPMENT - . . . LAND USE AND NIN . BJECTIVES A.Define appropriate boundaries between conflicting land uses to con�olidate and buffer residen�ial and industriat areaso � B.Develop a land use poli�y for railroad praperties that are no longer needed. . C.Eliminate I-2 (heavy industrial ) zoning where in can- flict with established residential areas. D.Eliminate land use conflicts resutting from isolated residential areas. . . NOR H-SOUTH ESIDEN IAL LINK The District l2 Corr�nunity Council considers this proposal - and the recommendation to extend Kasota Avenue and � Transfer Road to b� its highest priorities for future action. A residential development linking the two separated neighborhoods can have a great impact on the future of �he community. -----_ ---- --- The St. Anthony Park and South St. Anthony Park corr�nuni- � ties are separated by a broad band af railroad trackage and industrial uses. The b�rrier the tracks Create is detrimental to residents of bofih neighborhoods. But South Sto Anthony Park ir surrounded by Highway 280 and heavy industries on all other-sides as well. 1'his restricts the conanunity's population to na more than • about 2,000 persons, even after all proposed housing deveiopments would be completed. This is not a suffi- cient population to support even the lawest level of canmercial services. Coupled with the undesirable prox�-- mity of heavy industries, the total si�uation limits the attractiveness of the �camnunity to potentiaZ residents. Despite the substantia.� public and private improvements made in recent years, the long-term future af the Sauth . St. Anthony neighborhood is in doubt. But changes are starting to take place in ways that may reverse the trend and provide new opportunities for growth and development in the district. The H.6. Fu11er Company recently announced plans to move out of its corporate headquarters, probably in 1981 or 1982. 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Donald G. Oren Terminal Bar Mastell Trailer Corp. �• =-:'��;" 'e. 1�iR�*,z' . . De^vG . '"'dwest Mt��or Freight communities is currently being intensfvely used for rail� road or other industrial purpases. There are several additional� tracts of vacant and underu�ilized land and railroad tracks that could be consolidated ta �roduce even more developable property. The city has proposed the extension of Kasota Avenue with � . a realig�nent beginning just west of Raymond Avenue; this � pro�ect.could be completed by 1983. Another proposal affecting the area is the University af Minnesota's Shart Range 7ransit System. This will involve a rQadway for buses' running between the MinneapoTis and St. Paul campuses, built mainly along abandoned railroad right-o�- way. It would enter District 12 from the sauthwest and join Kasota Avenue, where buses would us� the public road- way. Funding guarantees are expected soon, and the system could be operable by 1981 . The cumulatfve effect of these improvements will be a substantially altered area and apportunities for new deveiopment. . District 12 residents feel strongly that the most compati- ble and appropriate form of development between Highway - - - 280 and Raymond Avenue would be predominantly restdential. Cer�ain commercial uses �would serve new and existing residential areas as weil as traffic generated by the University transit system. Because of the canp�exities of the situation, commitments must be made fio implement such a project on a careful and coordinated basis. Though this proposal represents a substantial rhange, it is recomnended with a balance in mind. The community supports the objective o� providing additional sites far _ industrial expansion and recomnends that new lands bo�h west of Highway 280 and eas� of Raymond Avenue be apened for such use (see Section 3..3.2). This arrangement wou1� yield more industrial land with a better compatibility of land uses throughout the area, Most importantly, it wil� strengthen the South St. Anthony Park community and th� City of St. Paul . RECOMMEPJDATION � .The city should commit to a residential development ' between St. Anfihony Park and South St. Anthong Fark, with medium-to-high-density housing between Xighway 280 and Raymond Avenue and industrial uses east of Rag�nd. A recreational trail between Langford Park and Green Grass (Hampden) Park shou3d be included. �Q� . Camment Section 2.1 .2, Page 10. In 1980 the Planning Di�vis�on will conduct a Feasibility and P1arketing Study of housing in the area but will also compare proposed housing reuse with continued industrial use. Until the study is completed, the Planning Commission will not comnit to resider�tial use for the area. � ST. AI�THONI( • DISTRICT 12 PLAN � � � i � 1 1 � i 1 1 � ■ � � � � DfVfSION OF PLANNING DEPARTI�tENT �F PLANNING AND ECONOMtC E�EVELOPMENT CITY OF SAINT PAUL � �ITY HALL ANNEX 25 WEST FOURTH STREET, SAIPIT PAUL, M�f�NES�TA 55102 TE�EPHONE: 612 298 4151 � l D o D C � D C �.�-� .� � o r+�c v �-o �. -p .�.'C N ..'� � � . .� � - � �� "C C't � Vl � Pf Z �0 0 � �.(p < �.C �+. O fD N lD f7 � � d� G.c'* � O � �G fD �G —� � � � fL �•ON e+ � � �•fD ?N _ 'l7(a N n fD 0"f'�� N .�p .�.p..�n � �• C� Or O n � � Q � � �. �N �� • � PREMISE The Di strict 12 P1 an � � �• �'+� � � task force of resideni j•� o o c� + v spring and surtoner of 1 �n � � � � o� o 1 ate 1978 and early 1<, � -i � � �• .� � �—�•ru w c�r -� District 12 Comnunity a� � o �.� � a set of goals, object � c� �•o � developed to guide fui o+o+� � � �+� � � s� � � MAIN POINTS 1.District 12 encompass� o o�•� �� businesses, and indust � � �-�s� c� � of each other. �•� "'o� o '� -� a.-o-�s �v c -�c+ �S m 2.Major employers in the �� n.� m the adjacent Universit � � � � � � influences on the area� � < --�`` �. —� fD �.fD ? fD V 3.Residents and employer �� J `O the area has to offer. �c �.�, �. o, � � � � � 4.Confl i cts between 1 and � � � c, °_;, �•ov� o �+ routes, and with on-s� � � � � ficant and persistent �.� � � � � � ru �• � cn c+ � —� m PRIORITY RECOMMENDATIONS LAND USE `� ' J' . � � � 1. In the area between th develop medium-to-higtu � 280 and Raymond Avenue� � Raymond. 2.Maintain the current b � industrial land uses i TRANSPORTATION , 1 .Complete the Kasota Avenue extension and the Transfer Road extension. 1 2. Improve the following connections: a.Transfer Road to Vandalia Street and I-94. b.Territorial Road to Transfer Road. � c.Hunting Valley Road to Kasota Avenue. DIVISION OF PIANNING • DEPARTMENT OF PPLANNINa AND ECONOM C RDEVELOPdINENTnueCiTY OF SAINT PAUL 421 WABASHA STREET • SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA,55102 • TELEPHONE:612-298-4151 � ' . D � D 1 � : ! . 1 � 1 3.Develop Fifield Street between Brewster Street and Como , , Avenue in conjunction with development of the ad�acent vacant land. 4.The area bounded by Eustis, Como and Carter should be � given the highest priority for residential street paving. S.Adopt the Residential Permit Parking Ordinance, and , establish a permit area near the St. Pau1 Campus. HOUSING � � 1.Establish an ITA area east of Raymond and south of Como if sufficient interest develops. � . 2.Encourage private development of low-to-medium-density housing west of Baker School. ' ENVIRONMENT 1.Install sound barriers alon�g Highway 280 where residents � desire. : 2.Phase out existing nonconforming signs. ' UTILITIES 1.Replace mercury vapor street lights with ornamental � lighting in St. Anthony Park southwest of Como Avenue. � UNIVERSITY AVENUE � , 1.Identify sites for expansion or relocation. 2.Work with the city to improve sidewalks, boulevards, , signage, ligliting, landscaping, etc. 3.Investigate the need for additional off-street parking. � � • T • ITY OF AINT PAUL DIVISION OF PLANNING DEPARTMENT OF PLANNINt3 AND ECONOMfC DEVELOPMEN C S 421 WABASHA STREET • SAINT PAUL,MINNESOTA,55102 • TELEPHONE:612-298-4151 ' ' D � � � � D . 1 1 � . : 1 - COMMERCE � a 1.Pursue solutions to the parking problem along Como Avenue. � 2.Work to establish a supermarket, a quality restaurant, and a cinema. ! INDUSTRY AND EMPLOYMENT 1.Develop vacant lands east of Raymond Avenue, along the � Kaosta Avenue and Transfer Road extensions, for comner- cial and industrial uses. � COMMUNITY FACILITIES 1.Renovate the Baker School building for housing, retail , • or office use. � , EDUCATION I1.Keep Murray as a junior high school . ` 2.Work with other areas in advance of school consolidations ' to ensure the continuation of quality programs. POLICE 1 1 .Enforce on-street parking limits near the St. Paul Campus. f SOCIAL SERVICES � � ' 1.Keep the Latchkey program in the comnunity. 2.Develop a directory of social and health services. � � ' � . NT • CITY OF SAINT PAUL DIVISION OF PLANNING DEPARTMENT OF PLANNiNC3 AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPME 421 WABASHA STREET • SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA,55102 • TELEPHONE:812-298-4151 ' , DISTRICT 12 PLAN ST. ANTHONY � ' A STAFF WORKING PAPER 79-212-SWP-02 APRIL 1979 ' � , I ! � 1 1 ! 1 I 1 1 NEIGHBORHOODS SECTION PLANNING DIVISION ' DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 11TH FLOOR CITY NALL ANNEX 25 IJEST FOURTH STREET , ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA 55102 ' , TABLE OF CONTENTS � ' 1 .0 INTRODUCTION 1 ISTORY 1 . THE COMMUNITY TODAY 3 ' 1.3 CITIZEN PARTICIPATION 4 1 .4 MAJOR GOALS 5 . USE OF THE PLAN 6 1 2.0 PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT 7 ' 2.1 LAND USE AND ZONING 7 2.1 .1 OBJECTIVES 7 2.1 .2 NORTH-SOUTH RESIDENTIAL LINK 7 1 2. 1 .3 LAND USE - ST. ANTHONY PARK 11 2.1 .4 LAND USE - SOUTH ST. ANTHONY PARK 11 2.1 .5 ZONING 13 . TRANSPORTATION 14 � 2.2. 1 OBJECTIVES 14 2.2.2 MAJOR STREETS NETI�IORK 15 2.2.3 LOCAL STREETS 17 � 2.2.4 ON-STREET PARKING 19 2.2.5 PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION 21 2.2.6 BICYCLES 21 � .3 HOUSING 22 2.3.1 OBJECTIVES 22 2.3.2 HOUSING TYPES 22 2.3.3 HOUSING DETERIORATION 23 1 2.3.4 OVERCROWDING 25 2.3.5 NEW DEVELOPMENTS 25 .4 DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT 26 � 2.4.1 OBJECTIVES 26 2.4.2 DISTRICT IMAGE 27 2.4.3 POLLUTION 29 2.4.4 ENERGY CONSERVATION 32 ' 2.5 UTILITIES 33 2.5.1 OBJECTIVES 33 2.5.2 STREET LIGHTING 33 , 2.5.3 WATER PRESSURE 35 2.5.4 SEWERS 35 � 3.0 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 37 3.1 UNIVERSITY AVENUE 37 3.1 .1 OBJECTIVES 37 ' 3.1 .2 LAND USE 39 3.1 .3 IMAGE IMPROVEMENT 39 3.1 .4 PARKING� 40 1 3.1 .5 TRAFFIC CIRCULATION 41 1 � ; � � 3.2 COMMERCE 42 � 3.2.1 OBJECTIVES 42 3.2.2 COMO AVENUE 42 , 3.2.3 BUFORD-CLEVELAND AREA 44 3.2.4 NEW COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT 44 3.3 INDUSTRY AND EPIPLOYMENT 45 ' 3.3.1 OBJECTIVES 45 3.3.2 DEVELOPMENT OF RAILROAD PROPERTIES 45 3.3.3 EXISTING INDUSTRIES 45 3.3.4 EMPLOYMENT 46 ' 4.0 HUMAN SERVICES 47 � 4.1 PARKS AND RECREATION 47 4.1 . 1 OBJECTIVES 47 4.1 .2 LANGFORD PARK 47 � 4.1 .3 SOUTH ST. ANTHONY PLAYGROUND 47 4.1 .4 GREEN GRASS (HAMPDEN) PARK 47 4.1 .5 COLLEGE PARK 49 4.1 .6 BICYCLE PATHS 49 j 4.2 COMMUNITY FACILITIES 49 4.2.1 OBJECTIVES 49 4.2.2 ST. ANTHONY PARK LIBRARY 49 � 4.2.3 COMMUNITY CENTERS 50 4.2.4 BAKER SCHOOL 52 . EDUCATION 52 4.3.1 OBJECTIVES 52 , 4.3.2 SCHOOL FACILITIES 52 4.3.3 SCHOOL PROGRAMS 53 .4 POLICE 54 ' 4.4.1 OBJECTIVES 54 4.4.2 PATROL ISSUES 54 4.4.3 CRIME 55 ' 4.4.4 PARKING ENFORCEMENT 55 4.4.5 CRIME PREVENTION 57 4.5 FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES 57 4.5.1 OBJECTIVES 57 ' 4.5.2 FIRE SERVICES 57 4.6 ORGANIZATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS 58 4.6.1 OBJECTIVES 58 � 4.6.2 AWARENESS OF ORGANIZATIONS 58 4.7 SOCIAL SERVICES 59 4.7.1 OBJECTIVES 59 � 4.7.2 SERVICES TO THE ELDERLY ' 59 4.7.3 DAY CARE 59 4.7.4 INFORMATION ABOUT SOCIAL SERVICES 60 ' ' ii . � , I � � � � . HE L H 60 4.8.1 OBJECTIVES 60 ' 4.8.2 HEALTH NEEDS 60 4.8.3 RODENT INFESTATION 61 � CREDITS 62 1 � � • ' ' � I 1 r � � � � � ;;; LIST OF MAPS AND ILLUSTRATIONS , � FIr,URE PAGE TITLE � 1-A Before 1 District 12 , 2-A 8 North-South Residential Link 2-B 9 Detail of Existing Uses 2-C 12 Land Use and Zoning 2-D 16 Major Streets � 2-E 18 Local Streets and Parking 2-F 24 Housing , 2-G 28 District Image 2-H 31 Pollution 2-I 34 Street Lighting � 3-A 38 University Avenue . 3-B 43 Commerce and Industry 4-A 48 Parks and Recreation � 4-B 51 Community Facilities and Education 4-C 54 Team Police Areas 4-D 56 Police � � , ' � � � � ' , iv ' . , � . 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The residential sector of the district is divided into � two distinct corr�nunities. The northern part, St. Anthony Park, is an established, stable comnunity with a close interrelationship with the University of Minnesota. South St. Anthony Park, in the central part of the dis- � trict, is a smaller "neighborhood" community in the final stages of a successful redevelopment and rehabilitation program. These two areas are divided by a quarter-mile- � wide band of railroad tracks, forming a striking physical barrier to residential interaction. , The third major subdivision of the district is a mixture of commercial and industrial uses often referred to as the West Midway district. It lies to the south and east of the residential areas, is served with excellent access , to highways and railroads, and is centrally located in the metropolitan area. Because of these advantages, West Midway has a predominant role in the economy of the Twin � Cities. This plan was developed in 1978 by the District 12 � Community Council , an elected group of residents and business persons from all parts of the district. , 1 .1 HISTORY In 1873, Horace.W.S. Cleve and was employed to esign an attractive residential area of country estates. Cleve- land detested "blind adherence to geometric rules" and � thus, using the rolling landscape and irregular tertain, designed the streets to follow the natural contours of the land. People who built homes here were attracted by � the park-like qualities of the area and the chance to get away from the two growing cities nearby. Thus the first development of St. Anthony Park began. � The community was named in 1872, recognizing its link with the Village of St. Anthony (Minneapolis). By 1887 the communit,y was annexed to the City of St. Paul . The � growth that appeared in this early period was due to a number of factors. The area was early recognized as an ideal center for transferrina goods from one settlement to another, and beyond to r�ore distant trading posts, 1 1 ' � � markets, and supply centers. Some chose to move away � from the river to live on higher ground and to homestead farms. As the railroads were developed in the 1880s, ' settlements grew up along the tracks much as they had near the waterways. The Farm Campus of the University of Minnesota was also responsible for encouraging new growth , in the area. There were "quick steam transit" and elec- tric lines between the Twin Cities, and transit to the State Fairgrounds via an electric line on Langford (now Como) Avenue. � The area was predominantly single,family homes; by the time it was .annexed, there were 60 families living north � and south of the railroad tracks. Prominent citizens like Governors McGill and Marshall and Secretary of State Liggett built homes in the area at this time. With the stringing of electric lines for home lighting in � 1901 and the addition .of sewers in 1911 , more home build- ing occurred. In fact, the majority of the homes in the � area were built between 1900 and 1929. Along with home builders came schools, churches, and such social services as local police and a post office. The library, for ' example, was built at Como and Carter in 1917. In general , the north side of the tracks showed more residential development because of the early commercial � and industrial development on the south side. In the early 1900s, industrial growth boomed; in fact, it doubled between 1920 and 1930. As early as 1923, resi- � dents in South St. Anthony Park were concerned about Baker School being surrounded by industry. This industrial presence is still felt, especially to the ' . south of the tracks. Development of Highways 280 and I-94 removed some housing along the edges of the neighbor- hood and added to the sense of isolation. Starting in � 1969, area residents, working through the Project Area Committee, made use of federal Neighborhood Development Program funds to plan and redevelop a corrmunity where � residential neighborhoods and the industrial area could exist together. In 1975, a citywide forum of citizens met to develop a � process for citizen participation. The St. Anthony Park Association, South St. Anthony Park Association (former PAC) and Midway Civic and Corr�nerce Association formed a � federation. Their combined area of concern was desig- nated District 12, one of 17 such districts in the City of St. Paul . , 2 ' , � , 1 .2 THE COMMUNITY TODAY As with all communities in central cities, District 12 has undergone changes in population and housing. Between , 1970 and 1975, the district lost 6.2% of its total popula- tion. This decline is a general trend throughout the city, but is expected to moderate. , St. Anthony Park's population increased by more than 16% between 1960 and 1970, one of very few city areas to do so. The area has long been a home for students and pro- , fessors of the University of Minnesota , growing in popu- lation as the college has expanded. St. Anthony Park's population has gradually shifted from one dominated by � single families to a mix of transient students and long- time residents. A number of students, however, have e n j o y e d t h e a r e a e n o u g h t o r e m a i n, p u r c h a s e h o m e s, a n d raise families after their college years. � The majority of new housing construction has shifted to multi-family units. Single-family units remained con- , stant between 1960 and 1970, while 393 multi-family units were added. The student influence is also reflected in the low owner-occupancy rate (48.7�) in comparison with the. city (54.4%). Educational levels are the highest of / any area of St. Paul ; more than half of all residents over 25 are college graduates. The largest segment of the working population (45%) is employed in professional 1 occupations. In South St. Anthony Park, there is also a concentration � of students, though the population is generally older, less affluent, and more apt to be renters than in St. Anthony Park. The population dropped by almost 15% between 1960 and 1970. The total number of housing units ' has increased slightly, but there has been a shift toward multi-family, renter-occupied structures, with the Hampden Square Apartments and the Seal hi-rise opening in � the last five years. Average family income in South St. Anthony Park was more than $2,000 below the city in 1970, again reflecting the , student population. Higher proportions of workers are in crafts and trades, with fewer professional and technical jobs than in St. Anthony Park. Many work in nearby West I Midway industries, one of the largest employment concen- trations in the city. ' , 3 ' . ' � The West Midway industrial loop has undergone tremendous , changes in the past 15 years, before and during the years of the Neighborhood Development Program. Industries have ' expanded and modernized to reverse the trend of exodus from an area that was growing obsolete. There is still a strong demand for land here and in the newer Midway Industrial Park along Transfer Road. � With the completion of Highway I-94 in 1968, University Avenue was replaced as the major traffic carrier between � the downtown areas, but a recent study shows that businesses and industries have adapted surprisingly well to this and other changes. Consolidations have increased, � and turnover and vacancies have declined. West Midway remains a significant commercial/industrial center in the metropolitan area. , 1 .3 CITIZEN PARTICIPATION Fifteen delegates and six alternates are elected to the District 12 Corranunity Council in the spring of each year. , The St. Anthony Park Association, South St. Anthony Park Association, and Midway Civic and Commerce Association elect equal numbers of representatives. In °addition, two � University of Minnesota staff. members and one student are voting members of the council . The council has three standing cormnittees, Physical , � Economic and Human Services, that gather and study data, propose solutions to identified problems and review plans and projects. They present their findings to the full � council for further direction, action, andJor implemen- tation. All meetings of the council and its corr�nittees are announced in advance and open to the public. The ' council also sponsors Town Meetings to provide a public forum for discussion of issues and concerns of district residents. Because of the continuing responsibilities of the stand- � ing corimittees, an ad hoc General District Planning Committee was formed during the spring of 1978. Frequent � meetings through the spring and summer were necessary to advance the District Plan to the preliminary plan phase. With the assistance of Dave Black, City Planner, the GDP Committee refined the goals of the Plan, identified pro- � blems, and recomnended soluticns. With the cc�mmittee's endorsement, the preliminary plan was approved by the District 12 Comnunity Council on September 13, 1978. ' � 4 ' , ' 1 The preliminary plan was carefully reviewed by the three member organizations, by the Small Area/Neighborhoods , Committee of the St. Paul Planning Commission, by city Planning Division staff, and by city departments whose work would be affected by the proposals. The General District Planning Committee met several more times to 1 consider comments, and the District 12 Community Council endorsed the revised plan on January 10, 1979. ' 1 .4 MAJOR GOALS T e following goals wi serve as guide ines for future action by the District 12 Community Council . The District � Plan that follows will recommend changes in the community that support these goals. 1 .To develop and maintain a socially and economically � balanced district which can accommodate a variety of business and family types, offering a full range of choice, and allowing for change, growth, and expansion � over time. 2.To provide community services, open spaces and facili- ties as necessary not only to upgrade existing programs , available to present citizens, but also to attract and serve new residents and businesses. , 3.To provide for a rich mixture of activities including not only housing and local services, but major oppor- tunities for the development of recreation facilities, , business and industry. 4.To facilitate the formation of adequate community insti- ' tutions, a degree of local self-determination, and a rich internal comnunity life, all to a degree consistent with the broader public interest and governmental prerogatives. , 5.To provide for and encourage community participation and information exchange in all areas. 1 6.To provide for an ongoing,adaptive planning process. 7.To develop and promote a program for community self- reliance as one of the criteria used in decision-making 1 relevant to District 12. 1 , 5 ' , � 1 .5 USE OF THE PLAN Obviously, this plan can be used in many ways by persons ' with different areas of concern. The r!�ost important part is the series of recommendations that is printed in � italics throughout the report and numbered consecutively for easy reference. Those interested in the "meat" of the plan should look for these italicized portions. The � Plan Brief, at the front of this booklet, states the recomnendations that are most important to district resi- dents at this time. For a statement of the existing situation that resulted in the recommendation, read the � summary of the problem or need just ahead of the proposal . If you have further questions, please call Dave Black, City Planner, at 292-6246; Jerry Jenkins, Community Orga- � nizer, at 646-8884; or any of the committee or council members listed in the credits at the end of the plan. The District 12 Community Council , as the recognized � representative, will use this plan as a resource for dealing with the problems identified. Comnunity leaders will undoubtedly come and go, but it is hoped that this � plan will prove useful for at least several years. Condi- tions will change, and at some point this plan, as with all others, will require updating. The member organiza- , tions (St. Anthony Park Association, South St. Anthony Park Association, Midway Civic and Commerce Association) will also find support and direction for their activities. City departments and operating agencies and other respon- � sible parties should use this plan in programming capital improvements and assigning staff to work with the � community. The plan will be submitted to the St. Paul Planning Comnission and City Council for their careful consideration and, hopefully, adoption as part of the , Comprehensive Plan of the city. District plans have been used and will continue to guide a wide variety of public actions. The overall expected result of the plan is to have the � parties responsible for action make commitments to ful- fill the recommendations. � 1 ' ' 6 , , 2.0 PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT , ' 2. LAND USE AND ZONING .1 . OBJECTIVES A.Define appropriate boundaries between conflicting land ' uses to consolidate and buffer residential and industrial areas. B.Develop a land use policy for railroad properties that � are no longer needed. C.Eliminate I-2 (heavy industrial ) zoning where in con- , flict with established residential areas. D.Eliminate land use conflicts resulting from isolated � residential areas. 2.1 .2 NORTH-SOUTH RESIDENTIAL LINK , The District 12 Community Council considers this proposal and the recommendation to extend Kasota Avenue and Transfer Road to be its highest priorities for future � action. A residential development linking the two separated neighborhoods can have a great impact on the future of the community. ' The St. Anthony Park and South St. Anthony Park communi- ties are separated by a broad band of railroad trackage and industrial uses. The barrier the tracks create is , detrimental to residents of both neighborhoods. But South St. Anthony Park is surrounded by Highway 280 and heavy industries on all other sides as well . This � restricts the community's population to no more than about 2,000 persons, even after all proposed housing developments would be completed. This is not a suff�- cient population to support even the lowest level of � commercial services. Coupled with the undesirable proxi- mity of heavy industries, the total situation limits the attractiveness of the community to potential residents. , Despite the substantial public and private improvements made in recent years, the long-term future of the South St. Anthony neighborhood is in doubt. � But changes are starting to take place in ways that may reverse the trend and provide new opportunities for growth and development in the district. The H.B. Fuller � Company recently announced plans to move out of its corporate headquarters, probably in 1981 or 1982. Some of th� railroad tracks have been abandoned and removed, � as have three railroad bridges. Other t�^acks are thoroughly rusted and some are apparently little used. 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There are several additional tracts of vacant and underutilized land and ' railroad tracks that could be consolidated to produce even more developable property. The city has proposed the extension of Kasota Avenue with ' a realignment beginning just west of Raymond Avenue; this project could be completed by 1983. Another proposal affecting the area is the University of Minnesota's Short , Range Transit System. This will involve, a roadway for buses running between the Minneapolis and St. Paul campuses, built mainly along abandaned railroad right-of- � way. It would enter District 12 from the southwest and join Kasota Avenue, where buses would use the public road- way. Funding guarantees are expected soon, and the system could be operable by 1981 . The cumulative effect � of these improvements will be a substantially altered area and opportunities for new development. District 12 residents feel strongly that the most compati- , ble and appropriate form of development between Highway 280 and Raymond Avenue �would be predominantly residential . � Certain commercial uses. would serve new and existing residential areas as well as traffic generated by the University transit system. Because of the complexities of the situation, commitments must be made to implement , such a project on a careful and coordinated basis. Though this proposal represents a substantial change, it � is recommended with a balance in mind. The community supports the objective of providing additional sites for industrial expansion and recommends that new lands both ' west of Highway 280 and east of Raymond Avenue be opened for such use (see Section 3..3.2). This arrangement would yield more industrial land with a better compatibility of land uses throughout the area. Most importantly, it will ' strengthen the South St. Anthony Park community and the City of St. Paul . RECOMMENDATION � .The city should commit to a residential development ` between St. Anthony Park and South St. Anthony Park, with medium-to-hiqh-density housing between Highway 280 and , Raymond Avenue and industrial uses east of Raymond. A recreational traiZ between Langford Park and Green Grass (Hampden) Park should be included. � ' 10 � ' ' � To accomplish this, the following steps must take place (not necessarily in order): ' (1 ) Detailed discussions must corr�nence between Burlington Northern Inc. and appropriate city officials, including the Mayor or his representative, and staff from the Port , , Authority and the Economic Development Division. Track- age needed to continue necessary railroad operations should be identified and consolidated, and excess parcels ' should be made available for development. (2) A detailed land use plan should be developed by the � Planning Division. (3) The Department of Public Works would be invn>>�^� ' planning, designing and constructina n�- ' utilities. (41 "- ' and Marketin9 2,1.2� Page 10. ct a Feas�b� r P05ed h�the g reuse � $ection du pi�is�on Ut w��also s�udy is comp fo ed re area• g80 the P�annin9 the ar u5e �nt�to resident�a� use 1 { Study °{ h�ued 9 ndustr�� t co��t W�th cont�n��ss�on W�� n� _ ..��ange existing � pl an nin9 �0 _ ��. _..., a11 existing residential uses in St. Anthony Yark. I2.1 .4 LAND USE - SOUTH ST. ANTHONY PARK South St. Anthony Park has been characterized throughout ' its history by land use conflicts between residential and industrial uses. The core residential area was solidi- j fied by rehabilitation, spot acquisitions and new con- ' struction during the Neighborhood Development Program ' (NDP) from 1969 to 1975. NDP-related activity continues into 1979 as several parcels of cleared land remain to be sold for new development. � Though the boundaries between residential and industrial uses are "hard" and unbuffered in several places, the ' residential area has been solidified by new construction on the eastern and southern fringes. When the two remaining housing sites are developed (see Section 2.3.5) , the entire area north of Territorial Road and west of the ' Long Avenue cul-de-sac will be residential . ' 11 � ' FIGURE 2-C LAND USE AND ZONING --- , � ,I� .�.��, -- — �l_�.FI J�M/N�AY I �� L � I , I I - ; I IF I I' � i ,` _ \ i-/" � � _.I� 1 `f1� � .�� : �( I � �` « I LYIM[�I . ^�r�I 6� i Y }c=:�\ tlApNMI p�� , S c I � � i�� Y � ��+ I i [�:. � ��.:i � :o�� lil•� I I � •x;.t. � �.r� �I I i i `...—��' �� ''!_� i 1 3ei•� '��JJ - - ' � JI ;�� . ...--- � .. � l _ I � � �"/ " _/ � . i / ~ .� , , � � � , � - I� � ��i_= +/- ,` -_ � / \ .. . � I Yi �� . � �" )�_ ,:: �l;\' 1 �� ro ��F�i__ _ I ' i; ' ��;,' $�!�� • e�-j�'�" --_ —- _ -___/�� 11�- ,�7/� � Tj( . 1� ,, y,� �- �\e . , , 111 �\ � J/ �� • �\ l _ wi �� —"�1 �� ;, ��,, �, � �� ,�/ � � � .� ��-� . ,, � ¶.., �... � , � }/ � V ,, l � ._ . '.� .� �-. 1'�^_�i\Ni� _\� �;1 � �' � ,,\` '' 1._7r�-< \ ,�., � �� te(�1�' ... �: . __. . ' . = =--- — j -- . _. \� � � . J I7'� _ __� — —____ � i!: I ea. . � , -- _ � , PY�_J . ___ — _ j \ I - � �l!- hr-. _:L��' �. _�/ �\\ _� "—_`_—�_� '__�� \�__ I .(� _ -`� :i � —J� i —' —�-r-__ ' `- � � — ----- - „� °� _ l. 1�_�i �� , --- ------, � , --\- - - _ � `r ��' 1 _ _—-- � ' ' i � , /�. .,� __...__ _. � _ _.J C i Y i t �c / +ov �� C\�,_J� , - -- � ------- -----_�----- ' �, � � � c a �� ,� "�l�"; � \\ ) _ ( �� ' � /,,�,�. � �',� � � II `L' \ t � '��- '--'- I � 1\� �'} � ,�� ' �URLINGTON NOIIIML�M M� . � \ � � � �I .' .. L , � 1 � � /� �. � � �\�� ."_ __ _ . _ _ _ _ _ :�Il{!�� J .� �� u �� '�' . _ :�— --- = — _ — _ -� i_� ,�+, , � �� —� � `�� , /� l[��,. � ...., � �� •�` '; �°�� / � .... �� - �� .1 . � I � ' � ` � �� • �� I +Y � � ' -� ��,� .- - _ � �� _ � . ; _-� _ _ �� , ` : ;� �� ; �_ ... �� .. i„ �C� , ' i,�� " � �J L�J� ��, I - — � �°< •�_. '� ., � � - �� - :. , '� � ��f��_ � .I` �'� �_ �o �- I \��,�J=,� � ~Y �� \�+:A� i . 1 , � _ I �, '�� . �L��D�IU � ' _ - �� ' E�CJ � _%/ . _- - '� .� �,//�° �," - - ' _ - _- ` 4\ °�� 1 - - _ Recommendations I 3. Maintain residential/industrial boundaries. 4. Rezone businesses from RM-1 to 6-2. , 5. Change zoning from I-2 to I-1. , 12 , ' , , RECOMMENDATION 3.Maintain the boundaries between residential and indus- trial land uses in South St. Anthony Park. � 2.1 .5 ZONING Zoning should provide for orderly development by minimiz- , ing conflicts between incompatible land uses. A change in zoning will allow for new construction or ownership to adjust to the requirements of the new zone, but will not , directly affect the present land use. Recommending a change in zoning �s thus a more gradual approach than proposing a change in land use. ' The comnercial buildings along the west side of Cleveland Avenue immediately south of Buford are currently zoned RM-1 , a multiple-family residential classification. � These businesses provide valuable services to the neigh- borhood and the campus, and should be allowed to continue indefinitely. ' RECOMMENDATION 4.Businesses at C1eveland and Buford should initiate a rezoning petition to change the existing commercial build- ing from RM-1 to a B-2 zone. � In most parts of the district, I-2 (heavy industrial ) zones are not located adjacent to residential zones. A ' major exception is an area along the west side of Highway 280 south of Buford Avenue extended. Huge scrap metal piles behind Silverberg Scrap and Metal Company are ' easily visible from St. Anthony Park, as are two steel - companies and a lead/chemical plant. These industries are not appropriate so close to a single-family residen tial area, and their expansion should be restricted by a � zoning change. RECOMMENDATION S.The St. Pau1 Planninq Commission should initiate a ' "forty-acre" zoning study of the area west of Highway 280 and north of the Burlington Northern (Northern Pacific) railroad tracks, intending that the entire I-2 area be � rezoned to I-Z. Four existing residential areas are isolated by freeways , railroads, and/or industries from the core residential ' areas. Three of these areas (Everett Court, Curfew Street, and Cromwell Avenue) are presently zoned for industrial uses and should properly remain so. The � fourth area, the nine properties along Eustis Street north of Territorial Road, are designated RM-2, multiple- family residential . While the long-term future of this block appears to be industrial , the need for a change in ' zoning is not so urgent to warrant such a recorrxnendation at this time. ' 13 , � Three additional zoning changes are in the process of ' being made. They are all located in and around the West Midway industrial area. The District 12 Community Coun- ' cil has already approved these changes. 2. TRANSPORT TION T is section considers a modes of getting from one , place to another, both through the neighborhood and within it--cars, trucks, buses, bicycles, walking and railroad trackage. The various modes of transportation , should be safe, convenient, comfortable, and compatible with a high-quality residential environment. 2.2.1 OBJECTIVES ' A.Clearly distinguish local streets from collector and arterial streets, and discourage the use of local streets � for through traffic. B.Develop direct connections in the network of major ' streets to eliminate circuitous routings and needless delays. C.Minimize the negative impacts of arterial street � traffic on the facing houses. D.Develop new truck routes to eliminate truck traffic on � residential streets. E.Provide for safe pedestrian access and crossings ' throughout the district. F.Provide smooth and uninterrupted street surfaces, side- walks and curbs on all district streets. � G.Improve the maintenance of local streets, including storm water drainage and snow plowing. , H.Eliminate conflicts caused by on-street parking. I.Provide adequate public transportation that serves all ' parts of the district and provides convenient service to major destination points. J.Provide an adequate number of bus shelters in the ' comnunity. K.Designate bicycle paths to connect all parts of the ' district. L.Provide secure and attended bicycle parking at appro- , priate locations. 14 , ' � I2.2.2 MAJOR STREETS NETWORK There is presently a shortage of complete north-south and ' east-west routes through the district. This is parti- cularly troublesome to residents along and near Como Avenue and Raymond Avenue. These narrow, curving, pre- dominantly residential streets carry a significant volume , of truck traffic traveling between industrial areas and Highways I-94 and 280. ' The city has been discussing the construction of Kasota Avenue east and west across the district for over 20 years, but the project has been delayed by high costs, � decisions about specific right-of-way and interchanges, and discussions with the railroad company. Funds have now tentatively been allocated; it is hoped that the project can be ready for traffic by 1983. Crossing � Kasota Avenue would be an extension of Transfer Road north from Pierce Butler Route to Como Avenue. Comple- tion of this network would open up vast new lands for ' development and relieve traffic problems on residential streets. � RECOMMENDATION 6.The Department of Public Works should work toward the extension of Kasota Avenue and Transfer Road as soon as possible, taking care to maintain the pondinq area just north of Pierce Butler Route. After the project is ' completed, truck route desiqnations should be removed from Como Avenue and Raymond Avenue, which can then function as collector streets. , Burlington Northern Inc. has petitioned the city to close the Gibbs Avenue underpass because of the maintenance ' expense. The petition was denied because it would re- strict emergency access to homes and industries near the existing part of Kasota Avenue east of Raymond. Exten- sion of Kasota will eliminate the need for the underpass, � and the district council recommends its closing after the road network is completed. ' Hampden Avenue between University and Hersey is in need of paving. Heavily used by truck traffic, this stretch has a crumbled surface exposing uneven bricks, and two very bumpy railroad crossings. Since Hampden is an alter- � nate route t� Raymond Avenue through South St. Anthony Park, it is important to residents that this project be completed as planned. � RECOMMENDATION �.Improve Hampden Avenue between University Avenue and Nersey Street as soon as possible. Once completed, a � sign should be placed on Raymond Avenue directing �south- bound traffic to turn left onto Hampden. 15 ' FIGURE 2-D MAJOR STREETS > ' ,�;;�`; �, ; � ; � , �� ; ,w, , ; F � LL �, . � � � � , , , , � �� .. ,��-� --_� � � � I i �. . I II _ � j � ' 'c 'l �� j� �tilir. i i � � � `�. -�.�. � � �C o ..... ' ..... ,4.-lu�. � LYIM[.� 'pq tl' x I ' I ; : ��_��,�.,�M. r N,� � i �, � I ' r t I ' ��- i , `��`}��`�`� . `.` ;', ;� � �-- .�,.,, , � � ��.�� -�� , � �, i;� � � � �� - i � �-� , `� i i 1 ��/, ' -_� i r v 1�� _ �/ `�� '�1lI ' I�I,�°•�i �, c. :rr-�� •�„c�,r-l � �� '�,� ! , Bv �'� � �� ' I � <:� ....e.o �� '` IY'.�1� - —— - -'I I�.. 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'_�_. -..- � �... , � I I�.�c i__]� -- - •---� � ��. ; �°\'' � O ♦ `� � �J ��J L_-I 1��1 i_-J`` L j �- �� o � ( ��.� � � ��i�� ' _ , .,, - � '��° �''�' ' ��""��_--q�� E , - - - � .� ' , �� F- �� l�� ___ - \ � � �� ,,� _ ' _ � '� a - . __ :��--_ _��_ -�') - - ' �� --- , , Recom�endations � 6. �x��nd Kasota Avenue and Transfer Road. 10. Improve connections: 7. Improve Hampden Avenue. a. Transfer Road to Vandalia St. and I-94. ' �. Narrow Raymond Avenue. b. Territorial Road to Transfer Road. � 9. Install a stop sign at c. Hunting Valley Road to Kasota Avenue. Raymond-Bayless-Long. ' d. Pelham Blvd. to Raymond Avenue. � 16 ' ' � � Raymond Avenue is an unusual street for several reasons. ' It is a major street for both residential and industrial � areas, it bends more than most roads, and it is not stopped for nearly a mile. As a result, traffic regu- - • - . . . � --- —-�-- __...:a„�+.. �.,a Section 2.2.2, 10, Page 17. i : Connecting Transfer Road to Vandalia and I-94 was part of an early draft � of the Street and Highway Plan; neither the Planning Commission nor the City Council adopted this connection as part of the Plan because of the potential high cost of acquisition of right-of-way. While the connection � would improve traffic flow within the District, at this time, because of the potential high acquisition cost, the Planning Corrnnission does not approve this proposal . Hawever, since the proposed Energy Park and Transfer Road Extension could cause an increase in traffic volume in the future, ' the Planning Commission will monitor traffic conditions in this area and determine whether such a connection is warranted. , � Connecting Territorial Road to Transfer Road would be expensive to construct ' because two older industrial buildings,in District 12, and a part of a parking lot in Midway Industrial Park, in District 11 , would have to be acquired. The Planning Commission believes the transportation benefit � � derived would be small compared to the cost and does not support this � proposal . � � The District proposes to connect Hunting Valley Road to Kasota Avenue to remove some of the truck traffic from the Como Avenue-Highway 280 inter- change. This connection would be expensive to construct if a grade separated � � crossing is built at the railroad tracks, or would be dangerous if an at-grade crossing is built at the tracks. The Planning Commission does not support the proposal . The Planning Commission recommends that the District and the Public Works Department explore other alternatives for � i removing truck traffic from the Como-Highway 280 interchange with Minneapolis. f Connecting Pelham Boulevard to Raymond Avenue could be expensive to build. A relatively direct connection could require a large amount of right-of-way � ; acquisition. Perhaps a less direct connection, using the right-of-way of Waba-sh Avenue or Myrtle Avenue, acquiring only block corners, and constructing � large radius turn lanes would satisfy the District's traffic objective. � U1DD5 HVCfIUC. Df CWJl.CI CnuJ ii� u a.u� �+... .,....� . ..-�..... ...� cars to use Gibbs, Brewster or Raleigh as access to the area. These streets are predominantly single-family residential , and this traffic is a nuisance. Access to � the eastern three buildings (78 units) is from one direc- tion only; this is undesirable for emergency vehicles. � 17 , FIGURE 2-E LOCAL STREETS AND PARKING ' �i� s;.;.,`,4. I ! t i �'l4C. i II �' �� L _ _ l�l u �� 1 � � ! '��' � � i ..,: ;.��.• I I � :s \\ w�1� ••��•• II,. � , � �� _ �YIM[11 .�;: 13 ; � , '� ; - .....M. �i � � � I � --__ > ��'� I i t��r-�•� •�°.^'�y�. '�' • I 1 i � � V "I � � 'I I _ / �� , I�i� � J I - �//�� "� �i ' � � ' ��L ,,,.:,' -� .;, , �� :: I ; . . i, ' �' l� ._ � B :i�,'i��- „ � W < -_ �� - - - ,` ,s;��` .� � �, -�{ F: , '�� , � `�` �� _ � 9� '' -�:� ��:�- � � ; � ;• —r �„ 3 i�, ,i1 � � � � r il �� _ � „� � � _ � �� ,�L1 ----- _ _ _ ra � � �'�nc. -± -� ��r � �� _ --.-._ � ----__�___ � 1\\ I � ' i _� , ''-�� .r��L��►--� �`� �- --__._ _--------// �----- -_ ,' � '� ��_ `i� _ ..�'_ ___.-- -i, / � , �pi �\��-,. �__--"- � ------_ r-----�---� t � v� c ,Q � � �� . 'r� ��' � --___� � �• � �� i � � � � ;� � -„4,ow � , , . �� k f _ , :� IMM . � � �f'.. i . '"�� A 1.� .(�. \i �UIIIIMGTON MOIIIMCIIM 4• i � I ( �� , � T� � �=� �� '� � � � t� � , . ., ` � �� v�,.� �t�� s `�, "� I . :I 11 �i:-. � ��_ '� ]i_`� _ ��r.�� _ � NI j�'� /' •'� ^ �� 1 , r��' - -^�' -` �f �- � �. \I I� \I � ••'' � / y � �Y�� i rr __�- — .� � -� � , � - - , - � �' �� _ -�� (� � ` � � �„ -- --- �' ��i " �� I �� • I � ��_._. ..- � --��L_ _A� " _ � � � �`• -- -- I [� ` � _ .,..,.. , �� - �'\� _P i f. .., "" _� C ► I � �. ' ' � ��-:.��--- 1� _ ��-l� . � � lJ � � �. - __� _ _ - � �L.�� ' � . � �d L��'�__ �' �� z � _- ---- — — --- `_--- ` `, � � ' '•�� E��-��1�� '°' � �;. . � , .�� ,� . E��;i_ �)1---=1 J ';� __ � - C __ . ---. � � � -_ . _ ) ` � . � J - �' - � � - . _ \ '_ ' ,-, _ � : �. --- I�C _- " 1\� � -"'' _ --��_� _�� -;i� � � - �� :� �� _ Recommendations J I � 11. Develop Fifield Street in conjunction with development _ of adjacent vacant property. - � 12. Pave streets here as the first priority. � 13. Establish a parking permit area. � 14. Remove on-street parking to improve visibility. � � 1H , � � � Fifield Street is a platted but unimproved street that would provide an outlet from Brewster to Como Avenue. � City policy, however, prohibits first-time paving of a local street such as this, except by assessment of adja- cent property owners. It is proposed in Section 2.3.5 of this plan that housing be built on a vacant parcel in � this area. Hopefully, this increased development could help to absorb the assessment costs and allow the street to be built. � RECOMMENDATION �� .Develop Fifield Street between Brewster Street and Corrto Avenue in conjunction with development of the vacant � Iand immediately north of Brewster. As in most of St. Paul , many of the district`s streets have an oiled surface instead of paving. These streets � wear down quickly and require new coats of oil . Because of the irregularities in oiled streets, the centers must be high in order to drain properly. These high crowns � cause additional problems in the winter as cars can't climb the hill to pull away from the curb. In selecting a priority area for street improvements, � there is no area that can be noted for having the worst streets . Many streets in St. Anthony Park have broken or missing curbs or crumbled sidewalks lining oiled streets. � But the area proposed for first-priority treatment is also in need of lighting improvements, and it would be most cost-efficient to complete both activities at the � same time. RECOMMENDATION 12.The city should eventually pave all unpaved streets in District 12. First priority should be the area bounded � by Eustis, Como and Carter (see Figure 2-E). � 2.2.4 ON-STREET PARKING On-street parking in St. Anthony Park by University of Minnesota students has been a long standing issue. During the school year nearly every available space is � utilized on the blocks nearest the campus, with some congestion as far as four blocks away. Residents with a second car or having guests have no space near their home. � P1ost of the spaces have a two-hour limit. Police have difficulty enforcing this limit because it takes about � one hour to survey the area. This leaves an hour before the second survey could beqin, which isn't enough time to - perform most other duties. Police don't feel they can spare three continuous hours in the area, so the job � doesn't get done. 19 � � � � � � � � � � The basic problem is that street parking is cheaper and � more convenient than the lots on campus. The lot leased by the University at the State Fairgrounds charges only � 30¢ and a frequent shuttle service is provided to the Student Center, but this alternative still can't compete with free student parking within walking distance. An ordinance establishing residential permit parking � areas has been prepared for consideration by the Parking Commission and City Council . If and when the ordinance � is approved, an area could be designated as "critical " and residents could apply for a parking permit enabling them to park on the street in the designated area. Other � parking would either be disallowed or subject to time restrictions as at present. While this may still cause problems with guests, it seems to be the best of several alternative solutions. � Discussions with the University have indicated that ample additional space could be made available at the Fair- � grounds if parking were prohibited from St. Anthony Park streets. But experience has shown that students will not use this remote lot unless given a stronger reason to � do so. If the permit system is put into effect and found to be successful , a ban on parking on the west side of Cleve- � land Avenue between Hoyt and Raymond should be considered. Traffic lanes are currently too narrow and visibility is restricted. � RECOMMENDATION �3.The Parkinq Commission and the City Council should move quickly to adopt the Residential Permit Parking - � Ordinance. The District 12 Community Council should then apply for designation as a "critical" area. Considera tion should be _qiven to retaining a two-hour limit simul- taneously. � Parking causes a different type of problem along Raymond Avenue in South St. Anthony Park. Because the roadway � curves and intersections cross at varying angles, visi- bility can be a problem. With traffic speeds often exceeding 35 m.p.h. the situation is a dangerous one. As a long-range solution, residents would like to see � Raymond redesigned to slow traffic (see Section 2.2.2). But eliminating parking along one stretch of the street � could be accomplished quickly, and would aid visibility, since many vehicles are large trucks and vans. � 20 � � � � RECOMMENDATION �4.Public Works should remove parkinq from the west side of Raymond Avenue between Long Avenue and a point about � Z00 feet north of Hampden Avenue. 2.2.5 PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION � Public transportation in District 12 is provided by three regula r MTC routes. Buses run frequently on University Avenue, Como Avenue and Cleveland Avenue, and a spur � route travels along Raymond Avenue during rush hours. The University of Minnesota's intercampus bus supplements the regular MTC service. Though designed primarily for � students, it will transport anyone between the St. Paul and Minneapolis campuses. The planned University Short Range Transit System would improve this service through use of an exclusive bus right-of-way for most of its � lengtii. This system has been discussed in detail with corrnnunity residents, who have had some influence in its design. � Because of their location between St. Paul , Minneapolis, the University campus, the Midway district, and the � northern suburbs, District 12 residents have a large degree of interaction outside of their community. North- south bus service is currently inadequate to meet all but rush-hour needs. A study was completed for the MTC in � 1975 which recommended the extension of several existing lines along Raymond through the district, but these changes have not been implemented due to funding short- � ages. RECOMMENDATION �S.The MTC should improve north-south bus servzce through � the district by adding routes during the middle of the day. These lines should improve access to downtown St. Paul, downtown Minneapolis, and the RosedaZe/HarMar area. � 2.2.6 BICYCLES � The District 12 Community Council fully supports the recommendations of the city's adopted plan for bicycles. This plan recommends designation of bicycle routes plus additional efforts to educate bicyclists and motorists � on the safety aspects of cycling in the city. Visible and secure bike parking areas would be established throughout the city; this is a specific concern of dis- � trict residents. � 21 � � � RECOMMENDATION �6.Place "bike route" signs along Como Avenue through the � district to establish a shared route connecting with the existing Minneapolis system. Place signs along Common- � wealth Avenue, Raymond Avenue, and Pelham Boulevard until a link can be developed from the Mississippi River to Como Park that is separated from vehicular traffic. � Provide for a bicycle Iane separated from vehicular traffic when constructing either a new Raymond Avenue bridge or a north-south connection west of Raymond. RECOMMENDATION �7.The Parking Commission and City Council should lead � the way in establishing adequate, visible, and secure bicycle parking in commercial areas and near major bus � stops. 2.3 HOUSING 2.3.1 OBJECTIVES � A.Maintain and improve the existing character of neigh- borhoods. B.Provide a wide range of opportunities in housing unit � types and costs, including housing for the elderly and for low-income persons. � C.Encourage rehabilitation of scattered deteriorated housing. D.Eliminate overcrowding created by dividing homes and � apartments into small units. E.Provide for community growth by developing new housing � units where there are opportunities. F.Maximize home ownership possibilities. i 2.3.2 HOUSING TYPES � Most of the district's housing stock consists of single- family dwellings, many of which are too large for their older inhabitants to properly maintain. These people � would like to stay in their neighborhood, but there is an inadequate supply of� appropriate housing. Development of townhouse, condominium and different types of rental � housing would enhance the community and make long-term residence possible for more persons. RECOMMENDATION �B.The district council and the city's Economic Develop- � ment Division should encourage housing developments that enhance diversity and choice as opportunities for new development arise. � 22 � � � �, .3.3 HOUSING DETERIORATION Deterioration of the housing stock can be a problem in � any area, particularly one such as District 12 with many homes built over 50 years ago. Fortunately housing in this area has generally been well maintained. But _ individual homes with structural problems and poor � exterior conditions can be found; untreated, these condi- tions can spread and eventually lead to general neighbor- hood decline. [ The City of St. Paul has developed a variety of home rehabilitation programs. Most of these loans and grants � are available to all areas of the city, with family income being the primary limitation. But many district home owners aren't fully aware of the condition of their dwelling, the funds available for improvements, and other � housing resources. . RECOMMENDATION �9.Make specific information on the city's rehabilitation � Zoans and grants and other housing programs more widely available through the "Park Bug1e" newspaper and commun- ity organizations. � The 1974 city survey of exterior building conditions showed concentrations of deteriorated housing in two areas of District 12. The blocks east of Raymond Avenue � between Como Avenue and the railroad tracks were desig- nated an "Imprcvement I" area in the city's Residential Improvement Strategy (RIS). In this category, 5-19% of � homes require major repairs and 20-81� need minor repairs. The other area, rated "Improvement II" (somewhat worse - condition) , includes the entire core residential area of South St. Anthony Park. But conditions here have � improved dramatically as a result of concentrated rehabilitation efforts beginning in 1975. � The RIS recommends a coordinated program of public and private rehabilitation in "Improvement I" areas. For the last four years, this sort of treatment, called Identi- I fied Treatment Area (ITA) , has been used successfully in many areas of the city. It is hoped that a combination of various public tools can lead to the most noticeable improvements and have the greatest positive effects on � surrounding areas. However, a preliminary survey of home- owners in the "Improvement I" area east of Raymond in 1977 showed an insufficient level of interest for the ITA � program to work. � � 23 i � � FIGURE 2-F HOUSING — , s�,.,, � II � I�I rwiw.wr -- . 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I I \ ' � l i� �( I � � � ' . � �, T —- - -- �rue—� �� J) ��,�r,�� s� ,l� �� ` _ '.. —�_ _- -(((��_��, - � � I I J� , \ 4$ \�^� '/ .\ � I ��r, � �" `'�� =� �� ; �� .. �] — .-.� I �� . �� ---- , • � — ---� — � - ,r- - ��.1 r-�i. � ! \`� � - s 1 � ��_JLJ M. �� 2 � 22 ' � • � � �` � \� ` -- l r--� � ��'� �J- �'� � �1 L�J� °� - .. .� -, . a __ � � _�_ , IJ ' - � ,, : �� _�.! ` ' : � �i �t��E____�� s '•` `` ��J I �� " � �. ' _ �� ''� _ ��7�'C7 � � �_ _ _ , -�. . , ._ . . _ � ,, � _ �,.r_ - � E�0 � _ _., --- , � , - -�=�- -- - , :� -�� - _ � Recommendations 20. Establish an ITA area if there is sufficient interest. f r e violations of housin codes and ordinances. � 21. En o c 9 22. Develop medium-density housing. � 23. Develop housing separately or in conjunction with school building. � 2�. Develop housing along with completion of Fifield Street. - 24 i � � � RECOMMENDATION 20.When funds for new ITAs become available, the District 12 Community Council should notify residents of the area � east of Raymond and south of Como. If there is suffi- cient interest, a proposal should be submitted including rehab loans and grants, street paving and curbs, and � other activities deemed necessary and appropriate by residents of the area. � 2.3.4 OVERCROWDING Overcrowded homes and apartmen�s, housing mostly Univer- sity students, are a problem near Cleveland Avenue. � Dividing apartment buildings into smaller units and creating apartments in homes built for one family can cause problems with access, parking and noise. This type of housing will continue to be in demand because it is � convenient and relatively cheap for students to rent. The city requires a certificate of occupancy for all � structures with three or more units. But many times conversions are made without obtaining a certificate, because it can be denied if code violations are found. � Enforcement is difficult and suspected violations must generally be noted and reported by neighbors. RECOMMENDATION Z� .District residants should be encouraged to report any � suspected violations of housing codes and ordinances to the Housing and Building Codes Enforcement Division. The city should enforce these regulations when violations are � found. � 2.3.5 NEW DEVELOPMENTS Two key parcels of land were cleared during the NDP program in South St. Anthony Park, and remain to be sold for housing. The "Ellis Avenue housing site" is located � just east and north of the Seal hi-rise. Street patterns have already been changed to accommodate new residential construction, controls have been approved by the council , � and a tentative developer has been designated. The other, smaller parcel includes the area to the west and north of the Baker School building, including part of Ellis Avenue � would would be vacated. There are plans to develop housing here as well , but the property is closely tied with the future of the school building. � The District 12 Corr�nunity Council has been actively working with city staff �to see that these parcels are developed. Because they will form the southern border of � residential land uses in South St. Anthony Park, it is very important that they be completed as soon as possible. � 25 � � RECOMMENDATION 22.The district council and the city should continue to � work toward medium-density residential development of the E11is Avenue housing site, according to adop�ed controls. � RECOMMENDATION 23.The district council and the city should work toward development of 1ow-to-mediurrt-densfty housing west of � Baker School. This can be accomplished in conjunction with development of the school building or separately, depending on developer interest. There is one sizable tract af vacant land appropriate for � housing in St. Anthony Park. It is at the eastern edge of the residential corr�nunity along the west side of � unfinished Fifield Street. The council has applied several times for funds to pave the street and to esta- blish a small park, but both projects would be contrar,y � to city policies, and funds were denied. The site is located within one-half mile of the Univer- sity campus and housing of all types i's in constant � demand. The area has a mixture of single-family and multi-family housing, with University married student housing located just across Como Avenue. � RECOMMENDATION 24.The undeveloped parcel at Brewster and Fifield Streets should be privately developed with housing along with the � completion of Fifield Street. In designing such a pro- ject, care should be taken to min.i.mize adverse impacts on nearb� homes. � 2.4 DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENT 2.4. OBJECTIVES A. Improve the a�pearance of the district by reinforcing � significant boundaries, gateways, and views. B. Identify and preserve buildings with architectural and historical significance. � C.Encourage and maintain a respect for the natural environment, including preservation of natural wildlife � areas. D.Minimize the impact of Highways I-94 and 280 on nearby � residential areas. E.Work to eliminate visual , noise, and air pollution and unnecessary litter. � F.Encourage energy conservation in new and existing buildings. � 26 r , i � 2.4.2 DISTRICT IMAGE Image analysis is an examination of the features of the � comnunity environment which bring enjoyment, comfort, and interest, or which cause annoyance, tension or boredom. Functional performance should be balanced with aesthetic values to produce a high quality place to live. Such � places are valued by their residents and last for many years, while those places not cherished are left behind. � Several elements contribute to the image of a community to its residents and to outsiders entering or passing through. Districts are defined by variations in land � uses and topograph,y, by paths, and by edges. Nodes are the centers of activity, often located where paths inter- sect. Green space includes the public parks and play- grounds and other "natural" areas which break up the � monotonous urban texture. Landmarks, gateways, and views provide orientation, and contribute to a sense of the place in the larger world. Pollution is a negative inter- � ference, by byproduct of one function on the environment. l�ith these features in mind, community residents agreed � on a list of what they consider their assets and liabili- ties. These are the "facts of life" in District 12 which make the area unique. � ASSETS Central location in the Twin Cities area. � Housing stock of high quality original construction. Curved residential streets throughout the district. � Wide spacing between most single-family homes. The University of Minnesota and its relationship to the � neighborhood. The State Fairgrounds as a significant boundary to the � residential community. LIABILITIES The proximity of railroads and industrial lands to resi- � dential areas. Freeway noise and traffic volume on interchange streets. � Traffic and other conflicts between University and community functions. tState Fair traffic and parking conflicts . � 2� . � . , _ � �� - 7 . , I i l� .ne oJ. � . � �i I' �r�,�.. � 1,� � I� � 1 � � I . � � � � I i,.... ��► . u� � - � � .!._., � . . _ � �� I ' — ,. • . •• .-,��I ,.' � � . . . ► .+- ��►Av � ��, . r" ` � • �� _ '' •• � j'� �� . .. � y .:� ' 1i � , \. ��,•�� ' • • �� , �,,. ., �i . . �s =� �� . ; ,;��—�� , ... �� —. � , � ; � � �,� � .�. - . �,;.` � `` �`�'��, ", - s' � �� `.,,\i �1� ��• � ��'� / ,� �� ,\� �y�� •�• A •�• "��. _.a��^. �I � �\.7,� • �... ��- �� ` ' , , ..I-.�� (,�,.i` .. .•.. ,I A �.��: '•:.�,:',�1` :r�• - �, /� /'�•�•.,'/�',4..� ,. \; , / . '••f . 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The architectural styles of buildings, parti- � cularly of single-family homes, strongly affect the community's desirability as a place to live. Most dis- trict homes were built before 1930, with the newest � housing being mostly apartments. There are numerous out- standing examples of particular styles and several well- preserved structures dating from the 1880s. The Andrew McGill House, at 2203 Scutlder Avenue, and the Old Muskego � Church, moved to the campus of Luther Theological Semi- nary, have been designated on the city's list of historic places, and several other buildings are currently being � considered. RECOMMENDATION 25.The District 12 Community Council should initiate a I project to identify buildings of historic and archi- tectural significance to the community and to promote awareness of them. As part of the same project, work to improve awareness of house styles and of how compatible � home improvements can be made. Boulevard trees soften the appearance of neighborhoods, � help to deaden sound, and provide relief from the surr�ner sun. Many elm trees, especially in South St. Anthony Park, were lost to Dutch elm disease in the past several years. The city faces a monumental task in replanting � boulevards throughout the city. The first priority at this time is to complete all parts of the city once before returning to replant areas losing more trees. The � neighborhood east of Raymond and south of Como is currently scheduled for "first time" planting in spring 1979; other areas will then be planted for the second � time, replacing additional trees lost. RECOMMENDATIbN 26.The Department of Community Services should replace a11 diseased boulevard trees in the district as expedi- � tiousZy as possible. � 2.4.3 POLLUTION As could be expected in an area crossed by freeways and partly surrounded by heavy industry, pollution is a con- � cern to district residents. Much of this pollution is a necessary byproduct of the operations, and within allow- able standards. Though a nuisance, improvements would be very costly and often can't be enforced by any level of � government. � 29 , � � � The presence of Highways I-94 and 280 along and through the District 12 community provides convenient access to � all parts of the metropolitan area. These roads, however, have very high traffic volumes, and are a negative influ- ence on the residential areas. Highway 280 adjoins both district residential communities, and is more of a con- � cern than I-94, which borders industrial uses. Highway 280 is particularly offensive where it is both � elevated and unscreened from single-family homes. Such areas occur near Eustis Street between Doswell and Hill- side Avenues, and in back of the homes for two blocks on � Cromwell Avenue. Noise, especially from truck traffic, is the most pervasive problem, but exhaust fumes reach high concentrations on certain days. Both sound readings and pollution levels have exceeded federal standards at � times. Unnecessary litter and oversized bTllboards add to the problems. Sound barriers have effectively reduced traffic noise in � other parts of the Twin Cities. The visual impact in another question, however; some district residents would dislike the sight of a tall wooden wall behind their � homes, as well as the substantial public expense. Others, however, have been urging the state to install barriers ever since Highway 280 was completed in the mid-1960s. ' The state legislature has placed a moratorium on building new barriers until a thorough evaluation of the program � is completed in 1980. RECOMMENDATIDN 2�.The state Department of Transportation should install wooden sound barriers along the eastern side of Highway � 280 where residents desire. RECOMMENDATION ZB.Additional efforts should be devoted to picking up � litter along Highway 280. RECOMMENDATION Z9.The City Council shouZd require a phasing out of � existing oversized biZlboards. There are also numerous sources of industrial pollution in the district. The unsightly appearance of the piles � at Silverberg Scrap and Metal Company just west of High- way 280 can be viewed across the highway from parts of St. Anthony Park. The Berchem Cement Works at 2058 � Kasota Avenue is very noisy. Industries such as Fisher Nut, Mobil Oil , and Bartusch Packing Company produce strong odors. � 30 , 1 � FIGURE 2—H POLLUTION � .. — I I J✓1MlR I I I ' LN/N�NY �I.� ,I I ll �I i � I` G II � I I � �\ I \`� ' � � . I s[I � � � �.� 1 1 �� i � . . f z � � �� lVIM[A �� I Yf I[MIMMY : 'I.� I ' , ry ��•. .E.� � I � _' � i.��. � � j �� -:� �., �'I i ' C � �� > :o� i � •,�.., �� .��_-- ;.•,,.,� � ' ; - �- =_� . -�� - -'�� , 30� ._�-�. , s,�.� -� ;- �. �,� ;,_ , � a . �- ,, - = Y � x � \ � 'I � II� �� tiC----��'./ � ��j� �� _� ,,I ��: � �� _ �,- �`� �,, �� I� �� \ �'-��t.-�-=� ` � I I L�. � / � � _�L-- �i' � ''11J� � ' �> 1 - ��_ . o .. �r��r �� b /�,%I�..,�,o B II,,. I �11 I� ��"��,- ` Y n��`J�� ___ '—_ _ _ / � IIC t� � � -- - � � This is by no means an exhaustive list of pollution ro- � p blems in the district, and others will undoubtedly arise. Tn most cases a specific notice from the district council � or any affected person or organization to the source and to the appropriate department of government will need to be initiated. � RECOMMENDATION 30.The District 12 Community Council should commit itself to an ongoing effort to eliminate unnecessary pollution. Where serious problems are thought to exist, the council � should write the offender to ask if something can improve the situation, and follow up as needed. � 2.4.4 ENERGY CONSERVATION District residents have consistently supported not only � the concept of recycling, but have worked to establish effective programs. A monthly curbside newspaper pickup is conducted by the South St. Anthony Park �,ssociation to supplement efforts by church groups and the Boy Scouts. � The district council has been working to establish a program where recyclable materials would be separated by the individual and picked up separately by private � haulers. Hoerner Waldorf Corporation, occupying several blocks between I-94 and University Avenue west of Vandalia, is one of the largest users of recycled paper in the Twin Cities area. Minnesota Diversified Indus- � tries, at 666 Pelham Boulevard, recycles cans, aluminum and bottle glass. The council is committed to establishing a coordinated, � comprehensive recycling program for the district and will continue to work toward these ends. The details of this � effort are beyond the scope of this plan. As noted in Section 2.3.5, there are several parcels of � land in the district that are appropriate for new housing. These sites are owned by the Housing and Redevelopment Authority, and the district council can recommend develop- ment controls. The council will be concerned with energy � and insulation factors in reviewing any proposed develop- ments. RECOMMENDATION 31 .A11 new housing construction should preferably be � built to meet or exceed current insulation and energy conservation standards set by the state. The district � council wi11 insist on these standards for development of HRA-owned properties. � 32 � � � � .5 UTILITIES 2.5.1 OBJECTIVES A.Ensure proper maintenance of all utility installations � serving the district. B.Provide adequate street lighting. � C.Provide adequate water pressure to all homes and businesses. , D.Ensure that storm water runoff can be accommodated by the storm sewer network. � 2.5.2 STREET LIGHTING District 12 streets are well lighted in all areas. Each block has at least one fixture, depending on its length. � Most of St. Anthony Park's streets have the low green ornamental lights installed about 50 years ago. Como Avenue, Raymond Avenue and all of South St. Anthony Park 1 are lit by sodium vapor fixtures mounted on telephone poles. This type of light casts a pink or orange glow, and provides the greatest illumination for the cost. � About a third of St. Anthony Park, mostly to the south and west of Como, has mercury vapor fixtures mounted on poles. These produce a harsher blue/white light. � St. Anthony Park residents, through the St. Anthony Park Association, have tried unsuccessfully to have the mercury vapor luminaires replaced. The color of light � and the style and height of the pole are out of place in a quiet residential area. This type of lighting is more appropriate for streets with high traffic volumes where traffic safety is the primary concern. Park residents � value the appearance of the old, green fixtures and would like to see a similar treatment extended to areas with "modern" street lights. � RECOMMENDATION 32.Public Works should work with district residents to provide functional and aesthetic ornamental street light- � ing in parts of St. Anthony Park that now have mercury vapor liqhts mounted on telephone poles. These fixtures should be appropriate for lightinq the sidewalks and possess the weight, materials, and scale of the o1d fix- � tures. Highest priority streets should include Keston, Commonwealth, Knapp, Brompton, Eustis, Doswell, Valentirz�, Chilcombe, Buford, Hillside and Carter, aZ1 to the south- � west of Como Avenue. , 33 ' FIGURE 2—I STREET LIGHTING � _ • .�,.,., i � i �' �; � i ,.,,, a. � �_ ; � � �� . � � -- — - �i � � I �� ,� � F �, � , , i, � . � � i II� �� , � � �, :_ � . : �C� J ��,.� � � � - : � - - .�, ,� � � ,� _ _ ��.,.�� C � II ; ' J[IMNMI ' � � ' I '! __ -- � 6 � • „ i�� ''i I i c .�� - `°..:°.�..� �, � � �I �_ � , V' _ �! �,'I �� ; � ; ,_ i � - ",��[� - �'.'_— , , � , � / `\ _ li � II I ' . .. II) � �\v / � � \C 1 ' ' �\ ` � III^r�� \� I i�. Q / � i��I� i� • � ..�% ___ _. 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(___-_l� J :.. ��, ; _, � � � ; , -� �d f��_��_��- I . . ,, , . s ; i �c�k:- �'�=\\ `-� , ' � � � �'' �+� � E��_-��-��F-�1 l� � �''� � _ �L__�__ C _-G]�-i!] ��_. – - ' E=�_-��_��--�� lJ� --—'— _ . _ _ �, J, _'', __ -__ --- � -- �. _ � _ ., � �-�� -�,� Reco►rnnendati on � 32. Install ornamental street lighting. — Highest priority areas for new fixtures � •••• Other priority areas � � � 34 , � i � j � 2.5.3 WATER PRESSURE Some district residents have complained a�out low water � pressure in their homes. Though topographic variations will cause pressure differences even within small areas , the St. Paul Water Utility is providing adequate service to all parts af the district. Problems in the home are � evidently due to old pipes that are inadequately sized or partially blocked by corrosion. If a number of homes with this problem can be •located, group contracting can � reduce replacement costs to the individual owner. This approach has proved worthwhile in several other city neighborhoods. � RECOMMENDATION 33.Information about water pressures and costs and proce- dures for group contracting should be made available through community organizations. If enough interest is � generated, the district council should attempt to coordi- nate water improvements with street, sidewalk and gas main improvements. , 2.5.4 SEWERS All sanitary sewers in the district are adequate and � working. Additional starm sewer work was completed in 1978, makir�g the system adequate for existing and projec- ted development. There is no apparent need for further � improvements. � � � � � � � 35 , ' 3.0 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT � I 3.1 UNIVERSITY AVENUE The District 12 Community Council and the Department of 1 Planning and Economic Development contracted with Midwest Planning and Research, Inc. for a study of University Avenue, completed in July 1978. It addressed the pro- blems and opportunities in the 24 blocks along the avenue � between the western city limits and Cleveland Avenue, the eastern boundary of the district. Though the council had some reservations about the level of detail in the study, � all but one of the conclusions and recommendations were accepted. The directions set forth here are taken primarily from the University Avenue study. � A local development corporation of business proprietors and owners was formed in the fall of 1978. Through this organization, detailed policies and plans will be � developed, and the LDC will be eligible for funds not available to other groups. Though much of this group's work will focus on University Avenue, all areas of the � district are eligible for assistance. � 3.1 .1 OBJECTIVES A.Support healthy business enterprises and accommodate the expansion of desirable uses along University Avenue. � B.Reduce conflicts between the economic development of University Avenue and the residential area of South St. Anthony Park. � C.Create an environment which will improve the way in N�hich different land uses relate to one another. � D.Eliminate substandard, hazardous and obsolete buildings. E.Provide parking to improve the access of employees, � customers and clients to industrial/commercial areas. 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I ,.e. • , \\ � e / � � ;, � ; i,, `I'_ �� ' y. �. .., Recommendations � 34. ;:�� Identify feasible sites for expansion or relocation. � 38. .��.�� Increase parking enforcement to improve short term availability. � 39. �� Remove restrictions to provide additional all- day parking. 40. Investigate for additional off-street parking. � 42. ••••• Prohibit parking to ease truck maneuvers. � � 38 , � i � 3.1 .2 LAND USE The University Avenue study found that business vacancies � and turnover have declined in recent years, with consoli- dations and expansions on the increase. Such trends indicate stability and strength in the market. To further improve the mixture of uses on the avenue, land � should be available for the expansion of existing businesses and industries and for new or relocated firms. Such land is extremely limited, but several sites exist � where expansion or relocation can take place. These properties generally have a low acquisition cost and structures are either vacant, have marginal occupancy, or are obsolete. � RECOMMENDATION 34.The local development corporation, with the aid of the University Avenue study, should identify sites which � would be feasible for industrial expansion or relocation. Redevelopment through conversion of existing structures should be for service uses and other sma1Z space users. � Properties where structures are demolished should be utilized for indvstrial expansion, parking or the loca- tion of new businesses and industries. , 3.1 .3 IMAGE IMPROVEMENT One of the prime reasons for initiating a detailed study � was the poor image of University Avenue. An economic and market analysis prepared in 1976 stated that "many firms are unwilling to invest large capital sums for expansion 1 because the area is perceived by decision-makers as a blighted or obsolete area". This image problem is one that varies according to individual perceptions. � Most individual buildings are in good condition, and decay is not widespread. But the corridor and the pro- perties forming the edges lack many of the urban ameni- � ties which contribute to a strong sense of image. There are a variety of negative factors: -Narrow sidewalks which make the buildings appear almost � sited at the curb; -Highly variable building massing; -Poorly placed and extensive signage; � -Street lighting poles, the most obvious objects in the corridor; and -Unscreened parking lots. � � 39 � 1 � Most of the existing blight has been caused by the � neglect of private owners. Individual initiatives will be necessary to rehabilitate properties which do not � violate codes and ordinances but do contribute to a poor image. The University Avenue study contains block-by-block � design directives which should be consulted for detailed recommendations . RECOMMENDATION 35.The local develop:r►ent corporation should encourage � private image improvements on a property-by-property basis along University Avenue. Problems which need to be � treated include poor building conditions and treatments, inappropriate signage, lack of screening, and Zack of trees and shrubs. � RECOMMENDATION 36.The Department of Public Works and the Department of Planning and Economic Development should work with the LDC to improve areas of the corridor maintained by the � "city. Deficiencies include inconsistent sidewalk and boulevard surface treatment, frequent and duplicative : parking and• direct�onal signs,� lack of trash containers ' and attractive street lighting, and inadequate land- scaping. RECOl�1MENDATION 3�.The City Council should place restrictions on the � number of signs allowed within a given area. 3. .4 PARKING � The lack of parking on University is the problem most often cited by business people and area residents. The � traffic and parking study prepared in 1976 contained several recommendations as to how to alleviate the pro- blem. But no actions were taken to acquire the necessary sites, which have since been developed for other purposes. � There is a need for both short-term and long-term parking. There are no sites along University which can guickly � resolve the problems, but there are several possible locations within two blocks which would serve the area well . In addition, several immediate improvements could � be made. RECOMMENDATION 38.Increase police enforcement o€ the two-hour parking spaces on Raymond Avenue north of University, and near � University Avenue and Pelham BouZevard, to improve the availability of these spaces for short-term users. � 40 � � � � RECOMMENDATION 39.Public Works should remove the parking res�rictions on the south side of Territorial Road between Raymond Avenue � and Highway 280 to make these spaces available for all- day parkers. The parking ban on the north side of Territorial should be retained because of the adjacent playground. � RECOMMENDATION 40.The local development corporation should further investigate the need for additional off-street parking � and the availability of vacant sites within the area of need. � 3. . TRAFFIC CIRCULATION ' Businesses that were established with orientation to rail transportation have had problems in adapting to the truck � and automobile traffic that now predominates. Many businesses that are dependent on truck transportation found it difficult to continue operations from outmoded � loading areas and left the area. Others stayed but cause circulation problems when their trucks back off Univer- sity Avenue into loading zones. Railroad tracks located � behind the businesses on each side of University Avenue are not often used but usually must be maintained for occasional use. Vehicles often park on portions of track, causing additional conflicts. � RECOMMENDATION 4� .As an ongoing objective, the local development cor- poration should work to relocate loading areas off � University Avenue. Unusable, deteriorated spur tracks should be removed, and property owners should be urged to remove deteriorated buildings and shacks behind the south 1 5ide of University. (See the University Avenue s�udy foz� specific locations.) RECOMMENDATION 42.Unti1 improved loadinq areas can be established, � Public Works should prohibit all parking on the north side of University between Carleton and LaSa11e Streets to ease truck maneuvers into loading docks. � � � � 41 � � � .2 CO MERCE 3.2. OBJECTIVES � A.Provide for and encourage the orderly growth and revitalizatian of local retail and business services � focused to meet existing and projected market demands. B.Provide adequate off-street parking for businesses and industries, avoiding conflicts with residences. � C.Develop a coordinated commercial rehabilitation program to reverse scattered deterioration before it is allowed � to spread. D.Work to establish businesses to fill needs that are not currently met. . � 3. .2 COMO AVENUE ' � Como Avenue has a strong, vital , and attractive business community that .draws customers fr�m beyond the district boundaries. The residential areas along and near Como � Avenue are well established and maintained, and zones are consistent with current land uses. RECOMMENDATION 43.Restrict the core commerciaZ area near Como and Carter � by opposing any attempts to expand the boundaries of the present B-2 zone. The area near Como and Carter has a deficiency of off- � street parking spaces. A study completed in 1977 as part of a district-wide traffic and parking plan concluded � that 20-30 additional spaces would be needed to overcome this deficiency. After examining two possible locations for general public fi parking, the study recommended one alternative. This would involve vacating part of Gove Place, a short, narrow street near the center of the business area. A � , lot here would yield only about 12 spaces, and there are some problems with the access. Other alternatives, perhaps on the fringe of the business area, should be � explored as opportunities arise. RECOMMENDATION 44.The District 12 Community CounciZ and the St. Anthony ' Park Association shouZd continue to pursue solutions to the parking problem on Como Avenue. � , 42 _ ' � FIGURE 3—B COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY --- � � -. ._ I I JYTMIR _— _ ' Il..11 �I I LN/N�.vY � ' ' � � - � � � � �I I � I s�� I I �i _ �� •`j �, i � I fl j�` M1 — � LY7M[I �� I I � ffW/MI ': I i ; �-� .. F;� I � ,�. ��'� � CI � � ' '� � �� , ..��„� ,•p^I� � i � - _�, ' ,��L��.-��" :''� i. i � � � , i �1� %�(1 �-�c <' :�.i._ �( , i I.i � .'_'3°� � �V �"�� . . 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' � ,"' - _ , - —y"`° � ,; ; -�� ,� ,�./� � �. 1 •�` ��!�� "' ) ,�,�' ` ' ' ; �% �` : ��I �_- ..� � � _� . � �� I ; I ,��t \� � � � \� I � � � L i p �� . � � 1 � `rS—_�. � � :�� _ 1 �� _ " __ .n � _ —J�. —_ _. __ _ �. _ _ -- r—,. �� .� � �; �� i = � �i ��- ] M. �\ •� ; �` r�, ' � C�:� ,,, I �• ; -— — .,.�. �, �o< .� � _�U Ga f-- ,-� ( � C�- --- -- I „�\'�`�� ; . , ; �_ � �, � �.�:.:.. `,. . : � � �d��U��-- s y "� �O � ��'��`,;. _ ��E�J�l UB I ��, � ..� J= , � � _--�� _ � ,•��. _ � ; �L�C�JE-�f� L��_ � ' ._ — ;:,� . �� .,, ��E��CI (]� _ _- � :_, _ ��—., ` ,.� — — _- . •.. — - �,. _., ;� �...� � , -- --- - ... � . . . _ , . � — -- -� -- --- Recommendations � 43. Restrict Como commercial area to its present boundaries. 45. Encourage rehabilitation at Buford-Cleveland. , 47. Encourage corrnnercial and industrial development along Kasota Avenue and Transfer Road extensions. � •••• Proposed street extensions � � 43 � � . . BUFORD-CLEVELAND REA � Several small shops along Cleveland Avenue at Buford serve the University campus and the immediate neighbor- � hood. The building has been allowed to deteriorate in recent years, and efforts should be made to arrest the situation before problems become more severe. RECOMMENDATION 45.Work through the Zoca1 devel�opment corporation to � develop the interest and funding necessary to reverse deterioration in the Buford-CZeveland area. � The Buford-Cleveland businesses are currently zoned for residential uses. A change is recommended in Section � 2.1 .5 of this plan. NE41 C MMERCI L DEVELOPMENT � The�district has no full-service grocery facility except for Penny's Supermarket, located at Snelling and Kasota Avenues. But Penny's can't be reached directly from the � resident�ial areas until Kasota is extended. Though the University Avenue study concluded that the market doesn't exist for a supermarket.in the Raymond-University area, such a facility somewhere in the district would enhance � the shopping convenience of all` residents. Strong interest has been also expressed in establisf�nent � of a quality restaurant. A survey of the Midway Civic and Comnerce Association found a desire for a modern multi-screen cinema in the area. Both of these facili- � ties would benefit from the district's central location and convenient access from all parts of the metropolitan area. , RECOMMENDATION 46.The council should work with the city's Economic Development staff to establish a supermarket, a quality restaurant and a cinema in the district. Emphasize the � advantages of centraZ location and demonstrated community support. � ' � � 44 � � � � 3.3 INDUSTRY AND EMPLOYMENT 3.3. OBJECTIVES A.Retain and attract clean industries and encourage the � location of these industries in areas where such uses are deemed acceptable and can be buffered from incompatible land uses. � B. Investigate opportunities for development of vacant and underutilized lands to allow for expansion space for businesses and industries. 1 C.Maintain a strong tax base. � D.Provide for increased job opportunities. I 3.3.2 DEVELOPMENT OF RAILROAD PROPERTIES Large vacant tracts of land along the east-west railroad lines between Raymond and Snelling are currently n�t accessible from the street network. Completion of Kasota � Avenue and Transfer Road would open up this area for new development and, in some cases, provide needed expansion space for existing businesses and industries. � RECOMMENDATION 4�.Encourage private development of vacant Iands east of Raymond Avenue along the raiZroad lines, in conjunction � with the Kasota Avenue and Transfer Road extensions. Commercial and industrial uses with minimal negative impacts on nearby residential areas should be given highest priority consideration. Review a11 proposed � developments for their usefulness to the community in terms of services and employment. � 3.3.3 EXISTING INDUSTRIES District 12, particularly South St. Anthony Park, has the mixed blessing of being surrounded by a number of heavy � industries. These companies (and the University of Minnesota) are major employers of community residents, enhancing the long-term stability of the area. The � University Avenue study found a low vacancy rate and increased consolidations, indicating a successful area. Heavy industries often have negative impacts on residen- � tial areas because of the noise, odors, unsightliness and traffic they generate. But the district is fortunate to have a number of concerned business persons who in most cases cooperate with residents to minimize these intru- � sions. � 45 � � � � 3.3. EMPLOYMENT � Several questions on the 1978 community needs assessment survey dealt with employment in the area: Responses � indicate that job problems are not widespread and are probably fewer than in most parts of the city and country. The estimated city employment rate dropped below four � percent in March 1978, again emphasizing a healthy economy. . , � , , � . � � � � � � � � � 46 � � 4.0 HUMAN SERVICES � , 4.1 PARKS AND RECREATION .1 .1 OBJECTIVES A.Provide a mixture of recreational opportunities for active and passive uses, organized and unorganized acti- � vities, and for all ages. B.Encourage the maximum use of parks and recreation 1 facilities. C.Provide appropriate linkages between new and existing ' recreational and open space areas. 4.1 .2 LANGFORD PARK � Most of the needed improvements at Langford Park have been completed in recent years. But there are a variety of small projects left to be done. In addition, a number � of mature trees were lost to Dutch elm disease during 1977 and 1978. Correction of these deficiencies will enable the comnunity to take full advantage of this ' significant asset. RECOMMENDATION 48.Resurface the two tennis courts, qrade and pave dirt areas, and install walkways, a "tot lot", piay equipment, � and a practice court at Langford Park. RECOMMENDATION 49.The district council should search for public and � private funding sources to replace trees at Langford Paz-k. � 4.1 . 3 SOUTH ST. ANTHONY PLAYGROUND South St. Anthony Playground was expanded and a new recreation building was completed in the past few years. A practice wall for tennis was deleted from the original � project, however. The tennis courts are heavily used, and a "bangboard" would increase the utility of the play- ground. , RECOMMENDATION S�.InstalZ a practice wa11 for tennis at South St. An- thony Playground. 1 4.1 .4 GREEN GRASS HAMPDEN PARK Green Grass Park has become the activity center of the � South St. Anthony Park neighborhood. Nearby residents don't want to alter the passive nature of the park, but they feel that several improvements are warranted. Some 1 of this work is needed because of digging for a sewer project several years ago. RECOMMENDATION S� .The community should work with the Parks and Recrea- � tion Division to reorganize spaces, realign the pathways, and provide landscaping and planting at Green Grass (Hampden) Park. � 47 FIGURE 4-A PARKS AND RECREATION � _ , I ' lYfMtR _� IL_L� I J�N/NMY . � 1 I I ' 1 I I I If� � � � �, � i I I 'Q � � � .i+.�. J� ��r��• •. � ! 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B0 0 t _- � , ��•,. - _- - -- , - , - _ -- - _ � Recomnendations 48. Complete improvements at Langford Park. � 50. Install a practice wall for tennis at South St. , Anthony Playground. � 51. Make improvements at Green Grass (Hampden) Park. 52. Work to control erosion at College Park. � � 48 � � � � 4.1 . COLLEGE PARK The steep banKs at College Park, particularly on the � north side, are periodically subject to erosion. This situation could be improved without a large capital expen- diture and without substantially altering the character of the park. 1 RECOMMENDATION 52.The community should work with Parks and Recreation to solve the erosion problem at College Park. � 4 1 .6 BI E PATH . CYCL S Facilities for bicyclists are an important part of the � recreational facilities of the community. Many of the college students in the district travel by bike regularly during warm weather months. Since most proposed bicycle � paths are along existing rights-of-way, this discussion is included with other transportation recommendations in Section 2.2.6. � 4.2 C MMUNITY FACILITIES 4. .1 OBJECTIVES 0 —A.Retain the St. Anthony Park Library as a significant � community landmark and center. B.Encourage the use of existing community centers by all � segments of the population, and develop facilities and programs to fulfill needs that are currently unmet. � C.Determine the optimal use for the Baker School building to allow for a prompt transition after the St. Paul School District moves its offices. � 4. . ST. ANTHONY PARK LIBRARY Comnunity residents feel a strong sense of pride in their I neighborhood library. They have demonstrated this pride by an unusual amount of support over the years. They are concerned for the library as an institution as well as a � corr�nuni ty center. Though plans are not currently being advanced because of budget constraints, the Department of Community Services � has periodically proposed replacing the building. Reasons cited include crowded conditions, and the high cost of heating because of the excessive window areas. � Community residents value the history, the appearance, and the compatibility of the library. They feel that needed ir�provements can be made to the present buildinq. � 49 � � � After-hours book drops have been eliminated in all city � libraries because of repeated acts of vandalism, result- ing in damage to library materials. Nevertheless, � district residents feel that the added convenience out- weighs the disadvantages. In addition, the building has no reasonable access for persons confined to a wheelchair. Barrier-free buildings are essential for handicapped � persons to function normally in an urban environment. RECOMMENDATIONS 53.The city should retain the existing St. Anthony Park � Library building. The council should work with the Department of Community Services to improve the function of the building and to control maintenance costs. An after-hours book drop and barrier-free access for the , handicapped should be provided. Library hours were reduced as part of city budget cut- , backs during 1978. Some hours were restored in January 1979, so that the St. Anthony Park Library is presently open two nights a week until 9:00 p.m. The library is � used during the evening hours by a large proportion of professional workers and students who can't use it during the day. RECOMMENDATION 54.Community Services should keep the St. Anthony Park � L�brary open one additional evening until 9:00 p.m. by increasing hours, changing morning hours to evening, or � soliciting community volunteers, as necessary. C UNI CENTERS ! The�library, Langford Park, South St. Anthony Playground and Seal hi-rise have facilities available for corr�nunity meetings and activities. These centers are conveniently � located and serve the district well . But there are very few activities here or elsewhere for those of junior high age, and there is a strong need. � RECC°MMENDATION 55.The Community Council should work with the Langford Park director to schedule more activities for young � teenagers. ' � � . � 50 � , FIGURE 4-B COMMUNITY FACILITIES AND EDUCATION � - <�,,.�, � � �I , II ' scwiw�qr _ —___— . II _ I � I ._ � � I I I sc r I I ° _\ C v�� '' � 'c , r _ : '7 ,�I, ii � � � ,k � IYIMfI � II .� II ,[ �IL •��\\ ItrMMr , / FIII � I ' y��_ r� ,// �i Ir• I I . '_' l• \�- �[ �jI I � , � .. .! . � ��I I i� •.t � v/". cui��i � � I ` �.: ( ._ .I� � �� ,�l \ ^\ J � —�• � ,��y �: � � I ;��- .,��' '/��,.1�`-➢_�� I _ l I '___ . � � .._I 1 � � l � ..�\ _ . 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' � � � ^ � � i��)( \ ° \� � F � � I �� \ �� '— r _ I I1")�\\\f `.1 J��,��//�� \ � 'S �U11LI�IGTOM •OIIIM[IIM n11 i i ,� �T:� I I � 1\ �� `� TI, ��` � � '� �. � �i I � �- ' > � � --� �� -� -- ---:��rue. � f ��fa�. �1_�� . � �` I�� - • �.T. . �_� -- - �l��, .�7 . �� !y* I t ' i .� ��( I .,�.. �� ' J � .,� �F��-��1i.�ri � � � . � .'b � \ � � � ..,. L—I"LJ �;._ •� �� {`` �� ; I �� !� � l �� ,�� \`� I �\ ° I ��.,l ._ , ,�. , � � W _� ! �;�� ' - - - . � - -— - . :, - ,s, , i r—,. � , I \I� ` � `\ I ..��.. � �, � �� I��,: , '�� , i ��-- _�� , ii„ �..1[]�> -J;, �; �� ° � �� - ��--�U[�� ___ ___ _ , � . _ � . : . . _��::�_' ; _ : _� �_ _� °�� . , � ._,.� �__. :o - - . S =y � , -_ ��-�� E � � i `�� • \ : � � ��. , z �L��7 -�_-�__'U C,_ � -- ..: - ,,� /�_,, � !� � _ - E�C] f]� ��- �� =� '°~. � � .\ -_, /�, . , . _ : �_ . , � � `� Ji — - - ,.... — � . , . — -- .., �� --_ _-- � Recommendations � 53. Make needed improvements at St. Anthony Park Library. 55. Schedule more teen activities at Langford Park. � 56. Develop Baker School building for housing, retail , or office use. � 57. Keep Murray as a junior high school . � 51 � . . . � �a . � . " y , , . . BAKER SCH L � The Baker School building, at Raymond and Ellis Avenues, has been used for various School District offices since � elementary school classes were moved in 1972. The Board of Education is prepared to convey the property to the city for private sale as soon as a specific reuse has been established. But the city and the district council , don't wish to specify to which of several uses the build- ing could convert. Once a developer expresses interest and is approved, school offices can move out, then the � property can be transferred. It is important that the building not be left vacant any longer than necessary, because of the possibility of vandalism. � The following recorranendation summarizes the controls that bave been adopted by the district council and the city. The overriding objective is to maintain the building as a � significant comnunity landmark. � RECOMMENDATION 56.The District 12 Community CounciZ should work with the � Economic Developmen� staff to develop the Baker School building.for housing, retail, o`r office use, either in combination a►ith the site immed3ateZy to the west or separately. (See S@Ct1011 2.3.5. � Encourage a community � a•rts center and/or a center for senior citizens to locate in the building, if appropriate to the eventual reuse. If renovation is not found to be feasible, controls � should be reevaluated. .3 EDUCATION .3. OBJECTIVES � A.Retain the public facilities located in the district. B.Promote quality programs to keep families in the public � schools. C.Encourage formal and informal programs in continuing � education. 4.3. SCHOOL FACILITIES � Murray Junior/Senior High School is attended by a high proportion of secondary students in the district. Plans for several years have been to convert Murray to a junior � high school with a larger attendance area. Senior high students would be transferred to Como, which is now a junior high, starting in the fall of 1979. � � 52 � , � , But the combination of rapid enrollment declines and state desegregation requirements has led the St. Paul i , Board of Education to consider closing additional elemen- tary and secondary schools, including Murray. Test scores and other indicators have historically shown Murray to be one of the best city schools, despite its � small size. Residents feel strongly that Murray should be retained in the district. � RECOMMENDATION S�.Keep Murray as a junior high school. St. Anthony Park Elementary School has served all of � District 12 since Baker School was closed in 1972. Because of its location in the city relative to other elementary schools, it has not been recorr�nended for closing in the foreseeable future. , 4.3 � c ri�.+,.- I 1 � � 4.3.2� Pa9e 53. Section section be that the educat�onos�t�on W�thout Commission recommends district's P t�on as part � The Plannin9 the citY 9�vernmens Co prehensive P1an. the schoo1 U'istrict, recogn,�Zed t as part of the City inappropr�ate since endations. Plan would be �arry�n9-out the recomm recommenda- ado�he �omprehensive onsible for the education � of Would be resp forwardin9 � not the CitY� Comm�ssion is r Therefore, the P1annB0 rd. tions to the School , __..� ln advance of school consolida- __ �� ensure the continuation of quality programs at � a11 Ievels. � � � 53 , ' y e ' � . P I E . OBJEC TVES � A.Work with the Police Department to provide better police services. � B.Encourage education in crime prevention techniques. C.Work to reduce all types of crime, particularly � vandalism, burglary and other crimes against property. D.Enforce traffic and parking ordinances on district � streets, particularly speed limits and overtime parking. P L ES , Because of its location in a corner of the city and its historically low crime rate in relation to other parts of the city, police patrols in District 12 have always been , infrequent. The change to the Team Police areas in the summer of 1977 reduced the distance to a police head- quarters, but the district is still about three miles � away from the A-1 headquarters. at 919 Lafond Avenue. FIGURE 4-C TEAM POLICE AREAS � � � ,�Mtw ,� j. ........ � ��p � � _. � g� �:��. � ^'�, E;..�, ' ..EaJ � i : � � �G .�. � �` �' � � �� ,,,� ,� , � ' ... .. � w » ■ � •�� s.. G � � �� i ' �,� R q 2 �, ; - ; y� F � g �J , ��• � �y N � - cN[ 8* �cv9f 9t LLyp� � ` . ' l�d.�f WnfA [1ONi 3[ � M � 6 � � qJ S • • 'e��` w A ��UaI��RM�S: � Fr E lw Sf ; ,, , ""'"""919 Lafond Ave: �� +« � � � \-+� J� � E M ... . ■■ � +t �r ••� � � �. � � A � � � � '� � a , �� f , � - � .�. .� .� .� ; �.m .�W �°'`' .� —I p ,'I � � � �B5 ;,E �� \ � � � 4� J' � r r J , � � � � �Q a � k � p' g +�� 5�CLM Nf. S �'��e p � i� 8 0 M ¢ I�� / e a �e �b,o,ww �i� �f �R� �S° a°"°E � i I �o"'" � .w.oaw� +h 'f� x y II�� 5 � � Y � & � � � S ` °�� a � �G, ��` � � )'! � 3 � „, � � ,� . -- -•--- � �� .�.�.�,s _ e � � R � �ft ;� � ` J `, �„� � ��Y � U� N� � � �9� � s + � '� `. — Team Areas �;Q � �I �� / `:e � ' , � - !' •••••• District 12 �,� � ; ! � - - � ��, ; -��- �Q�.- -.__. , �.._ � . � �,EE. 54 � ! 1 , Because the Team Police area is so vast and neighborhoods with heavier crime activity are located in the eastern portion, District 12 can't logically recommend a new, , closer A-1 headquarters. But the present level of patrol is inadequate to deter many crimes and violations. The parks and playgrounds are troubled with disorderli- ' ness, drinking, drugs and occasional vandalism in the summer. On-street parking enforcement near the St. Paul Campus is infrequent; students realize that the cost of ' the rare overtime parking ticket is more than offset by savings from not paying the small daily lot charges. Police statistics are deceptive as a means of ineasuring , the extent of these problems; violations are often not recorded because they go unnoticed by Police. RECOMMENDATION 59.The Police Department should place a high priority on ' dividing the city into smaller, more manageable team areas as additional funds become availabZe. , 4.4.3 CRIME The one area of recent increase in major crimes has been in larceny, which rose 10% in District 12 between 1976 � and 1977. Vandalism in commercial areas, though un- supported by recent statistics, is a concern of business- men. Commercial vandalism and break-ins seem to run in ' cycles, with a number of incidents occurring within a few weeks. Greater police visibility can help to prevent this problem. � RECOMMENDATION 6�.With the present Team A-1 force, Police should in- crease the 1eve1 of general patrol on District 12 streets. Make special efforts to reduce vandalism along University � Avenue and at 5outh St. Anthony Playground, and to watch for problems in the parks. ' 4. .4 PARKING ENFORCEPIENT Streets near the St. Paul Campus of the University of � Minnesota are posted with two-hour, and in a few cases, one-hour parking limits. Police do not routinely enforce these limits, causing various unreported violations and a great deal of inconvenience for residents. While it is � difficult to allocate police effectively, the restric- tions should be enforced as long as they are posted. � � 55 , FIGURE 4-D POLICE - � �, - ��.�.. � ��_�� i I SLN/NMY� � I ' I • � � �I ' I I L/ i i •� - __� . : JI � e ...... •� �' 1 1 I �k — LWM[I �1,� I � ... � � ttwir►r � l i ; sl � .. � , ,�_�� ;.. ,.. i � w��-� ;� .�;..•,.,, i � , - : I � � � -JI- � - _ .\ � � �- [ I � , '��` ,� i � ___— - ��n `� 1 i � - � C �� \� ...r �' � f ! '�° . c. . . � �, � �- ;, � � l�- �..�,a.o � ' ' �`' / I , - „ - , .'� � - _- _-- --__-- . _ �1" �J _ ` "___ ��° �� ` � �� .yi�!. .. - 1 �� „ � , `\�� `ll\ ` �� , � �: ..."".... N.:'c' _'L`'�\, � � � ' P'y-L�1 r - - , - _ \-- - ,�� \ �>'"C'�{---�--�,� —— r ��'-----__ ' ,'� ��. I -/)/ � �{ \ �--- j � L –+ (,�."yL�r L,'.;"��j`� \\ // _— �_�'___� --_ _ _ ��'-- _ 1_ , ' ---;,-----------, ' c�` �Z� � � � f , ' � � \ �\—'--'—'._'-- -- � 1___ ;' J c rri t . a � r------ ��o� �-\ � � '� ----:�_____ I ;' � �� _ n�ie�¢�^'"� I - �� ,' _ . � � /ry � � r.� __ L � \\. � �U�IIMGTOM •O�fMI�M 4� I . �. ( � i J � J � � � ' ___- - _- __ --_-- - _ _ �� ` � ' �� ' ��- ' � ' /� .::. �� , L I \` y� �'O � 1 s� � ; � •� �� - , , ; _,� , � � � 1 � I � M� !' y � �I ` I �L--J • - ��" JY � � � � �� „ \ \ ,� �. }_ � � �.b,� .. � a��Y 1 � � .a _ �� -� , . _ - - �°�eo ° 1 _- - - r. � ... � _ , . . .,._ __ _____ , .. _ — 1 Recorrnnendations 60. Concentrate patrol along University Avenue and � at South St. Anthony Playground. 61. Enforce on-street parking restrictions. � � . ' 56 � ! 1 , District residents feel that the parking situation can be improved in the long run through the implementation of a parking permit ordinance, discussed in Section 2.2.4 � But until and unless such an ordinance is passed, in- creased enforcement of existing limits is the best hope for improvement. ' RECOMMENDATION 6� .St. Paul Police should strictly enforce the on-street parking limits for a limited time, hoping that this wi11 , prove to be a lasting deterrent. Notices should be posted on and near the campus to alert persons to the probZem and to the increased 1eve1 of enforcement. ' 4.4.5 CRIME PREVENTION A citywide Public Safety/Crime Prevention Task Force, , made up of representatives from all 17 citizen participa- tion districts, met during the summer and fall of 1978. Their efforts resulted in a general plan for a comprehen- � sive public safety and crime prevention program. The District 12 Community Council endorses the concept and will use the recommendations in developing its programs. ' 4.5 FIRE AND 4.5.1 OBJECTIVES EMERGENCY SERVICES A.Eliminate the causes of fire hazards. , B.Provide prompt fire and paramedic services to all areas of the district. ' 4.5. FIRE SERVICES The district is very well served by fire and emergency � facilities, with two of the city's 16 stations in its boundaries. The new station on Como Avenue,three blocks east of Cleveland/Raymond,replaced the 1894 building at � Raymond and Hampden in 1978. The station on University Avenue near Vandalia is well located to reach the indus- trial area. � Residents have expressed' concern over unnecessary fire hazards at certain area industries. The Handke grain elevator (816 Hampden), Hassett/Locto Oil Company (791 � Hampden) , the htobil Oil plant (606 Vandalia) , and Worum Chemical Company (2130 Kasota) are potentially volatile. The St. Paul Fire Marshal regularly inspects all such � facilities, and indicates that hazards are in most cases adequately controlled. Most buildings are well con- structed, the street network serves as a barrier to spreading flames, and the water system is good. , � 57 ! 1 4.6 ORG NIZATIONS . B E I ES ! AND COMMUNICATIONS A.Inform district residents, owners, proprietors, and customers of matters that concern them. , B.Provide opportunities for interested persons to parti- cipate in decisions on changes in the community. C.Increase awareness of the activities of the district � council . 4.6. ARENESS F ORG NI ATI NS ' "Grass-roots" comnunity organizations help to draw people � together and contribute to a sense of belonging to a group. This is a highly desirable aspect of urban living. Persons tend to become involved in an organization because of an immediate issue that affects them person- , ally. Bu� a substantial number of district residents are active in one or more groups mainly because of a sense of pride in their comnunity as a whole. , The District 12 Comnunity Council , the recognized repre- sentative of the district, is made up of delegates elected by three organizations. The St. Anthony Park ' Association is one of the oldest neighborhood groups in the city, being chartered in 1947 and having roots back to nearly the turn of the century. The South St. Anthony , Park Association grew from the Project Area Committee that was formed as part of the Neighborhood Development Program in the late 1960s and early 1970s. The Midway , Civic and Corrmerce Association has represented businesses and industries along and near University Avenue in St. Paul and Minneapolis since 1919. These groups hold separate elections to send delegates to the district I council . Three additional delegates, two staff inembers and one student represent the University of Minnesota on the council . � An ongoing objective of the district council is to increase awareness of its activities. This is done � through a permanent office at 2380 Hampden Avenue, a full- time community organizer, a page in the "Park Bugle" monthly newspaper, and numerous mailings to interested persons. But at times the effectiveness of the council � has been hampered by the failure of its members to inform their respective organizations of District 12 activities. RECOMMENDATION 62.Delegates to the District 12 Community Council should i increase their efforts to inform their respective organi- zations of district activities. . � 58 � , � ' 4. SOCIAL SERVICES 4. . OBJECTIVES A.Increase awareness of existing social services avail- able to district residents. , B.Provide a broad range of needed social services to all segments of the population. ' 4.7.2 SERVICES TO THE ELDERLY , Though the 1978 community survey obtained responses from over 70q of all district households, it was noted that many of those not returned were from senior citizens. This problem and the practice of totaling all responses , regardless of age tends to underestimate and obscure the real needs of these people. , Approximately one in eight district residents is over age 65, and many have lived in the area for much of their lives. These people would usually prefer to remain in their own homes, but often lose contact with others after � retirement. Others are confined to their homes by poor health, and require specialized services. ' RECOMMENDATION 63.Work to establish a center for senior citizens in the district. � RECOMMENDATION 64.The district council should work with area service providers to improve services to elderly persons confined to their homes. Examples include daily ca11s, house- ' keeping, home delivered meals, and information and referral. ' . . DAY C RE Because of the high proportion of working parents in the district, there is a strong need for day care services for many families. Based on a community survey, the ! Latchkey program was started at St. Anthony Park Elemen- tary School in the fall of 1977, the first such program in the city. Parents leave their elementary-age children ' before normal school hours and pick them up after work. The children are occupied with activities appropriate for their age. � � � 59 ' , ' The St. Anthony Park program was an immediate success. , Currently an average of 50 kids are enrolled, and the program is almost entirely supported by parents' fees. ' There was a problem in the fall of 1978 when the school needed additional classroom space, forcing Latchkey into a small room. It appears that these problems have now been resolved with purchase of a portable classroom, and , it is important that the program remain in District 12. RECOMMENDATION 65.Keep the Latchkey program in the community. ' INFORMATION ABOU SOCIAL SERVICES ' A�concern repeated throughout the community survey was a lack of awareness of existing services. Fifty percent felt it would be desirable to have a place to get infor- mation about available services, and 53% responded that , they would use these services if they knew about them. The district council has discussed this problem in the past and recognizes the need. , RECOMMENDATION 66.The council should proceed to develop a directory of available ser'vices to be �distributed, if possible to a11 residents. This directory shouZd include services ' located outside the district where there are none in District Z2. � 4.8 HEALTH .8. OBJECTIVES - A.Ensure that the health needs of all comnunity residents , ar.e adequately met. B.Eliminate the causes of rodent infestation. , .8. HEALTH NEEDS On the community survey, 20% responded that they were ' unable to obtain the services of a low-cost health clinic. The Public Health Division supports a clinic for the elderly residents of the Seal hi-rise and makes services ' available to low-income persons throughout the city. Ma�or employers, including the University of Minnesota, make available clinics and group coverage for their employees. One such facility, Group Health Plan, has a ' large clinic located in the district a� Como and Eustis. � 60 ' , � ' , Providing public resources to reduce the cost of inedical care requires a determination of need. This is usually assessed on the basis of income, with resources provided , to those unable to pay the "private market" costs. It is not known to what extent the desire for additional ser- vices matches the need. Everyone would appreciate lower ' costs for health care, but not with additional costs to society. Public Health is in the process of completing health profiles for each St. Paul neighborhood, which ' will also assist in this determination of need. The lack of knowledge of existing services cited for social services is also applicable to health care. The , directory of services compiled by the council should also include health care providers. � RECOMMENDATION 67.The District 12 Community Council shouZd work with the Public Health Division and other providers to improve services. ' 4.8.3 RODENT INFESTATION Rodents are a major carrier of disease in the city. The ' Housing and Building Codes Enforcement Division estimates that there are more rats in St. Paul than people. This problem is compounded by a general lack of awareness of ' the effects, and the measures that can eliminate the most common feeding areas. ' The district recognizes that there is a problem here as in all areas of the city. While not ignoring situations in individual homes, several residents have noted continuing problems in the industrial area. The area ' around the Handke grain elevator at 816 Hampden Avenue seems to have a persistent problem. ' RECOMMENDATION 68.The council should alert the Housing and Building Codes Enforcement Division of the apparent rodent problem in the West Midway industrial area, and see to it that ' appropriate corrective measures are taken. ' 1 , 61 � CREDITS t ' RESIDENTS AP�D BUSINESSMEN Because the process of eve oping the District P an ' continued off and on for three years, it is ir�possible to recognize all the persons that contributed. Most of the detailed work was accomplished by the General District ' Planning Task Force, an ad hoc committee which convened in April 1978. Their work was reviewed regularly by the District 12 Community Council at their monthly meetings. ' PtANNING TASK FORCE Greg Haley, Chairperson � Ray Bryan Ann Copeland Dennis Ferche A1 McCormick ' Joe Michels John Rutford OTHER DTSTRICT COUNCIL MEMBERS � Jane Baird W.J. Kortesmaki Linda Bryan Kevin McGuire ' Ed Hessler Becky Noble John Holman Joe Skovholt Bill Huestis Tom Trotsky Curt Johnson John Walton ' Jerry Jenkins, Community Organizer ADMINISTRATION ND ames e us, anning dministrator ' POLICY DIRECTION Craig Kercheval , Principal Planner , Gerald Mangle, HRA Chief of Planning PLANNING AND RESE RCH David Black, P anner-in-Charge 1978-79 ' Zachary Johnson, District 12 Planner (1975-77) , � ' ' 1 62 ' �