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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1984-03-20 CC MIN125 • • STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING March 20, 1984 4:00 P.M. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Peterson. Present: Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell, Kimble, MacDonald and Mayor Peterson Also Present: City Coordinator, Kriesel City Clerk, Kirtz Finance Director, Caruso City Attorney, Magnuson Superintendent of Public Works, Shelton Consulting Engineer, Meister Zoning Administrator, Tepper Fire Chief, Chial Citizens: Larry Isdahl, Bernie John, John Stine, Bob Barthol,Mike Polehna, Dave Parker The Invocation was given by the City Clerk. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell, the Council moved to approve the minutes of the March 6, 1984 regular meeting held at 7:30 p.m. All in favor. PUBLIC HEARINGS Case No. 523 - Restroom Facilities in Lowell Park - Conditional Use and Variances This is the day and time set for the public hearing on Case No. 523, for a conditional use permit and variances for restroom facilities at Lowell Park. Notice of hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette on March 8, 1984. Mr. John presented the plans for the two restroom facilities in Lowell Park. He stated that the variances are needed because both restroom facilities will be located within 100' setback from the high water line, and they will be about 7' below the 685.5' 100-year flood elevation. The setback variances required will be about 15' for the northly facility and 20' for the southerly one. John Stine stated that the hardship should be identified for the setback situation and that records should be maintained of actions and the regional DNR office in Chicago should be notified of the variances. Findings should be prepared for final action. Dave Magnuson stated that he will prepare findings for the Council to consider at their next meeting. There was lengthy discussion regarding the location of the access to the restroom for the isthely t wasrthefacility. Safety, Council's consensustoconvenience theand accessaesthetics thewere southerlyconcerns. facilityrbenthe locatedmeeting the north side of the existing structure. Mayor Peterson declared the hearing closed. On motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick, the Council moved to grant the 15' and 20' variances .nd the variance from flood proofing regulations, for the restroom facilities in Lowell Park. All in favor. Dave Magnuson will have the findings pre- pared for consideration by the Council at their next meeting. On motion by Councilmember MacDonald, seconded by Councilmember Kimble, the Council moved to approve the plans and specifications for the Lowell Park Restroom Facilities, and to authorize advertisement for bids. All in favor. INDIVIDUALS L DELEGATIONS Larry I`dahl - Addition to existing building at 10C E. Chestnut Mr. Isdahl presented his plans to the Council, for building construction at 106 E. Chestnut Street. Mayor Peterson made known that this request has not been heard by the Planning Commission. Allen Zepper stated that Mr. Isdahl wants Council approval of the concept so that he can begin with the footings immediately. There is no problem with setbacks or zoning requirements. If this were not a Commercial Zone, Mr. Isdahl would not need a special use permit, but could begin work immediately. At this point in the meeting, Councilmember Kimble arrived. Councilmemter MacDonald stated that the ordinance is nut consistent because of this clause about needing a special use permit for any construction in a Commercial Zone. On motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell, it was moved to refer this request to the Planning Commission for their consideration and recommendation. Ayes; Councilmembers Bodlovick, Farrell and Mayor Peterson. Nays; Councilmember MacDonald. Abstain; Kimble. Motion carried. • • March 20, 1984 • • VCR Equipment Bob Barthol presented a bid of $1995.95 from Simonet Furniture & Carpet to the Council, for the VCR equipment needed. It was noted that no further action is needed from the Council as the expenditure not to exceed $2200 was previously approved . Softball Field Complex Mike Polehna presented an update of the new softball field complex to the Council and will keep them updated as progress is made. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Bayport Marina Lease The revised lease was presented to the Council. Mayor Peterson stated that where the lease reads "Stillwater Recreation Commission", this should read, "City of Stillwater". On motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble, the Council moved to approve the Bayport Marina Lease as corrected, and to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign same. All in favor. Dave Parker of Bayport Marina Associates asked if it was the Council's consensus that Bayport Marina Associates have first rights to the yearly lease as they are going to be making certain improvements to the marina. Dave Magnuson informed Mr. Parker that the current Council cannot make any promises or insurances of future leases. On motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember MacDonald, the Council moved to have the Bayport Marina lease year from January to January, and to pro -rate the lease for 1984 for $1500. All in favor. Punch Card Voting Equipment Nile Kriesel stated that another proposal was received for punch card voting system, from Miller Davis Company. This proposal was higher than the one received from EL Marketing. On motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember MacDonald, the Council moved to purchase punch card voting equipment from EL Marketing as per their proposal, in the amount of $10,575.00. All in favor. NEW BUSINESS Payment of Bills On motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble, the resolution was introduced, "Directing Payment of Bills" Ayes-5 Nays-0 (Resolution N7296) Commercial Facilities Development Project (Eckberg/Lammers) On motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble, the resolution was introduced, "Calling for Public Hearing on a Proposal for a Commercial Facilities Development Project..." Ayes-5 Nays-0. (Resolution #7297) Waterfront Regulations On motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick, the City Attorney made the first reading of the ordinance "An Ordinance Amending Stillwater City Code Section 48.11_..) All in favor. Annexing Certain Lands - Westphal On motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember MacDonald, the City Attorney made the first reading of the ordinance "Annexing Certain Lands.." All in favor. COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS Ice Arena Councl lmember Farrell stated that he feels the Council should make a statement regarding if the ice arena will be opened next year, and include in this statement, some conditions of it staying open (reducing deficit by a certain percentage). Mayor Peterson directed Nile Kriesel and Betty Caruso to prepare a statement on the status of the ice arena's deficit, for consideration at the next meeting. Joint Planning Meeting Councilmember Farrell stated that the Joint Planning Commission will be holding a meeting on April 16, 1984, in the Council Chambers, at 7:30 p.m., to discuss with the Council, Planning Commission and Township Board, the concerns of these bodies. He asked that some time be set aside during a meeting before this date so that the Council can be updated. Planning Commission Appointment On notion by Councilmember MacDonald, seconded by Councilmember Kimble, the Council moved to appoint Robert Hamlin to the Planning Commission. All in favor. STAFF REPORTS Public Safety $300 fornsafetyujacksby eforrthecStreet garageded wereyapproved�,easebudgeted. theexpenditure in favor. of Zoning Administrator Allen Zepper stated that by October 1, 1984, the survey of public buildings must be completed, siting need for handicapped accessibility. • • • 127 • March 20, 1984 City Clerk On motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell, the following hearings be set for April 3, 1984, at 7:30 p.m. All in favor. Case No. 516 - Joe Gould - revised plans for four-plex in two-family zone Case No. 524 - Sandra Hudson - Special Use for electrolysis clinic in home at 2304 Fairmeadows Road Case No. 525 - Patrick Mulvehill - Special Use to convert garage into efficiency apartment ct 301 W. Myrtle Street Case No. 526 - Mike Adams (Larry Isdahl) to add to existing building at 106 E. Chestnut Street, to be used as commercial office space Case NO. 527 - R. Hagstrom Builders ldersy Special 3Use5to toeconvert church building into 5-unit nhouse City Attorney On motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick, the Council approved the expenditure of $150 for dues to the Minnesota Municipal Attorney's Repository. All in favor. After discussion, the Mayor directed the City Attorney to check with other cities and to review the existing ordinance regarding awnings and signs. City Coordinator The City Coordinator informed the Council that mediations for the Public Works will be on April 2, 1984, at 10:00 a.m. APPLICATIONS licenseoforyJeromem Nelson, 1228 Parmber k Street, St. Pauseconded by l, MN, wasra proved. All in On motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell, the permit to gamble was April foor84theStt. Croix 0 pFasttPitchP0S miball League, ague, to be o bevused at the American Legion , from COMMUNICATIONS Rivermen Drum & Bugle Corps - On motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember MacDonald, the expenditure of 51500 to the Rivermen Drum & Bugle Corps was directed to be approved and added to the resolution for payment of bills. All in favor. Claim against City - Greg Forrest - On motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble, the claim against the city from Greg Forrest (sewer back-up) was referred to McGarry - Kearney Insurance Company. All in favor. Lakeview Memorial Hospital - Ambulance Service - A letter was received from Lakeview Hospital, asking for the Council's support for their application to operate an ambulance service. Mayor Peterson set a special meeting for March 27, 1984, at 7:30 p.m. so that representatives from Lakeview Hospital can meet with the Council to discuss this matter. Councilmember Bodlovick asked Mr. Magnuson to check to see if a certificate of need is still needed by the State before the Council lends its support. ADJOURNMENT On nation by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble, the meeting adjourned at 5:50 p.m. All in favor. Attest: Lora City Lle k