3.6. SR 06-15-2009REQUEST FOR ACTION
To Item Number
City Council 3.6.A.
Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by
Consent June 15, 2009 Jessica Miller, Executive
Secreta /De u Ci Clerk
Item Description Reviewed by
Request by Christopher Ulmer, TNT Fireworks, for Fireworks Tina Allard, Ci Clerk
Sales from Tent in Cub Foods Parking Lot Reviewed by
Lori ohnson, Ci Administrator
Action Requested
A Council motion to approve a Temporary Sales and Storage Fireworks License to Christopher Ulnner,
TNT Fireworks, to sell fireworks from June 22, 2009 through July 5, 2009 from a tent in the Cub Foods
parking lot.
Background/Discussion
The applicant has submitted all the necessary application materials required for this license. A background
check was completed by the police department and the fire chief has reviewed the site plan.
The applicant also needs a general planning permit from the planning department in order to conduct his
sales from a tent in the Cub Foods parking lot.
Financial Impact
N/A
Attachments
None
Action Motion by Second by Vote
Follow Up
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REQUEST FOR ACTION
To Item Number
City Council 3.6 . B .
Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by
Consent une 15, 2009 Chris Leeseber ,Park Planner-Planner
Item Description Reviewed by
Request by Christopher Ulmer, TNT Fireworks, for Fireworks Sales erem Barnhart, Plannin Mana er
from Tent in Cub Parking Lot Reviewed by
A. Temporary Sales/ Storage of Fireworks
B. General Plannin Permit for Tent Sales, Case No. GP 09-08
Action Requested
Approval of the General Planning Permit request for temporary fireworks sales in a 30'x50' tent in the parking lot
of Cub Foods as indicated on the site plan, with the conditions outlined in this report:
1. No electrical services shall be across any drive or walking surface.
2. All applicable fire codes shall be met.
3. If traffic becomes a problem around the temporary site, the sales area shall be delineated
with a barrier to restrict traffic.
4. The sales tent be maintained free of debris and kept in an orderly condition.
5. The location of the tent is consistent with the submitted site plan.
6. The tent area shall be removed by July 11, 2009 and the site be returned to its previous
condition.
7. One 24 square foot banner advertising the Fireworks shall be allowed.
Background/Discussion
This the first time TNT Fireworks will have a General Planning Permit to have a temporary sales tent in the Cub
Foods parking lot for the sale of fireworks. They have had tents at other properties in the city in the past and to
staffs knowledge there have not been any problems with those locations.
Introduction
The applicants are requesting a General Planning Permit to conduct firework sales from a 30'x50' sales tent located
in the Cub Foods parking lot, in the same location as last year.
Overview
The fireworks sales are proposed from June 22, 2009 through July 5, 2009; however, the tent may be set up a few
days prior to the start of sales. The hours of operation will be from 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Attachments
• General Planning Application
• Letter from Cub
• Site Plan
Action Motion by Second by Vote
Follow Up
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General Planning Application
Temporary Sales/Storage of Fireworks
Property Information
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Applicant Information
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Description of Project
Please describe your project/reason for your request. If necessary, attach a written narrative.
Sale of Minnesota-approved "Safe & Sane" fireworks
Site Plan
A site plan of the proposed location and layout of the temporary structure and its surroundings must
be submitted.
® Site Plan completed and attached to application.
Agreement to Pay Costs of Review:
It is the policy of the City of Elk River to require applicants for land use approvals and
Phone: 763.635.1000 Updated Jan 2008
Fax: 763.635.1090
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licenses to reimburse the city for costs incurred by the city in reviewing and acting upon
applications, so that these costs are not borne by the taxpayers of the city. These costs include all of
the city's out-of-pocket costs for expenses, including the city's costs for review of the application by
the city's environmental consultant, city engineer, city attorney, or other consultants, and may also
include a charge for extra staff time to process particularly complex applications.
The city wil! bill the applicant for these costs as they are incurred, and payment will be due within
thirty (30) days of mailing of the bill. If payment is not received as required by this agreement, the
city will suspend the application review process and may deny the application for failure to comply
with the requirements for processing the application. Payment for costs will be required whether
the application is granted or denied.
The undersigned has received the city's policy regarding the payment of costs of review, understands
that reimbursement to the city of costs incurred in reviewing the application will be required as set
forth in the policy, agrees to reimburse the city as required in the policy and make payment when
billed by the city, and agrees that the application may be denied for failure to reimburse the city for
costs as provided in the policy.
Fireworks are regulated by D'linnesota Statutes 624.20-624.25. In addition to these state
laws, all display, sales, storage, and use of fireworks shall comply with Elk River City
Ordinance Section 22-231 through 22-253.
I understand and agree to comply with all the provisions of this application and the requirements
of the issuing authority. I am 18 years of age or older. I hereby submit application for an Elk
River Sales of Fireworks license and attest that all reported information is true and accurate.
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OFFICE USE BELOW
The Fire Department has conducted a site check on the aforementioned applicant.
Comments/Conditions:
Signature of Fire Chief:
Signature of City Clerk:
Council Approval Granted:
Phone: 763.635.1000
Fax: 763.635.1090
www.ci.elk-river.mn.us
Date:
Date:
Updated Jaa 2008
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To ~~rhorn It Mav Concern:
TNT Fireworks is an approved vendor for the year 2009 to conduct Fire~•orks Tent Sales
on our scores parking lots. Events usually run 10-14 days.
Prior to the opening sales date, a TNT Fire~~rorks Tent & Stand Division Area Manager
twill call on you. to introduce the company, discuss the event, and the placement of the
selling unit in your parking lot. The Area Manager is also responsible for obtaining ail
necessary permits and/or licenses.
Thank you, ui advance. for your cooperation in this matter and if you have any questions,
please contact the customer service department at TNT~~ Fireworks at (800) 213-1189.
Sincerely,
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Director of General Merchandise
Cub Foods
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