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Home My WebLink About1984-05-01 CC MIN• • 139 STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MAY 1, 1984 7:30 p.m. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Peterson. The Invocation was given by the City Clerk. Members Present: Councilmembers Bodlovick, Kimble, Farrell, MacDonald and Mayor Peterson. Others Present: City Coordinator, Kriesel City Clerk, Kirtz City Attorney, Magnuson Finance Director, Caruso Director of Parks 8 Recreation, Blekum Director of Public Safety, Abrahamson Public Works Director, Shelton Zoning Administrator, Zepper Consulting Engineer, Meister Planning Commission Chairperson, Vania Citizens: Mike Castilluccio, Jon Ludwig, James Chandler, Dennis Balyeat, Sally Evert, Russ Syverson, Harvey Chandler, Terry O'Brien, James Simpson Press: Press Publications, Terry Caine APPROVAL OF MINUTES On motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble, the minutes of the regular and recessed meetings of April 17, 1984, were approved. All in favor. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT Dennis Balyeat and Sally Evert appeared before the Council to inform then that the City of Stillwater has received a CDBG for $365,500 for "Old Towne" Housing Revitalization. PUBLIC HEARINGS Case No. 528 - Jon Ludwig - Variance Request This is the day and time set for the pub is hearing on Case No. 528, a variance request submitted by Jon Ludwig, 713 North 4th Street, for a 1' setback variance and variance for 6' between buildings for a garage. Front yard variance is also needed for a front porch. Notice of the hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette and mailed to property owners within 300'. Mr. Ludwig presented his plans to the Council and Ms. Vania, Planning Commission Chairperson, stated that the Planning Commission approved the variance for the garage, but tabled the request for the front porch until Mr. Ludwig had measurements of his lot lines, etc. The Mayor declared the hearing closed relating to the garage variances. On motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember MacDonald, the Council moved to approve the variance request for a single -car garage as applied for by Jon Ludwig. All in favor. It was noted that Mr. Ludwig will appear before the Planning Commission for consideration of the front porch variance after he has completed lot measurements. Case No. 529 - Russ Syverson - Variance Request ,,, This is the day and time set for the public hearing on Case 529, submitted by Russ Syverson, 920 South 4th Avenue, for a 5' sideyard variance and 5' between buildings for a single -car garage. Notice of the hearing was published in fie Stillwater Gazette and mailed to property owners within 300'. Mr. Syverson presented his plans to the Council. Councilmember Kimble questioned the drainage in the area and Mr. Syverson stated that he will have to install some drain tiles and this should take care of any problem. Ms. Vania stated that the Planning Commission unanimously approved the variance request. Mayor Peterson declared the hearing closed. On motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick, the variance submitted by Russ Syverson for 5' sideyard and 5' between buildings, was approved for a single -car garage at 920 S. 4th Avenue. All in favor. Case No. 530 - ,lames D. Chandler - Special Use This is the day and time set for the public hearing on Case No. 530 for a special use permit application submitted by James D. Chandler, 2467 Croixwood Blvd., to own and operate a crown ,nr bridge dental laboratory, providing at a reasonable cost with the highest quality, a service to the dentists of the area. The notice of hearing was published in the Stillwater Gazette and mailed to property owners within 300'. Mr. Chandler explained that the reason for requesting a special use to run this business from his home, is to keep the overhead down until he is established enough to move to an office. Mr. Chandler is just starting on his own, but has 14 years experience with other firms. He stated that he will have no advertising signs, do his own delivery and pick-up work. Ms. Vania stated that the Planning Commission gave this request unanimous approval, with the .....n. nn na,ardmm matarial and the hermit • • 1 May 1, 1984 • Mayor Peterson closed the hearing. On motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember Kimble the special use permit submitted by James Chandler, 2467 Croixwood Blvd., was approved for crown and bridge dental lab in his home, provided that there is no advertising signs, no outside employees, no contracted deliveries, no hazardous substances, with the permit to be reviewed in six months. All in favor. INDIVIDUALS & DELEGATIONS Terry O'Brien - St. Croix Boom Company Liquor License Mr. •'Brien appeared before the Council regarding the liquor license that is being held up by the bankruptcy of the St. Croix Boom Company. He has plans for remodeling this building and before going any further, would like to know the status of the liquor license. Mr. Magnuson stated that the Trustee has not yet made a decision on the license and he stated that the Council has to wait until this decision is made before they can commit this license. Mr. James Simpson - School Bus Traffic on City Streets Mr. Simpson quoted excerpts from various newspapers regarding the loading and unloading of school buses on W. Orleans Street. He expressed concern over the overweight vehicles causing the deterioration of the residential streets, and the safety factor involved in loading on a through street. After discussion, the Mayor stated that Nile Kriesel would meet with the School District for a solution to this problem. Industrial Revenue Bonds - Hardees Mr. Earl Balser of Hardees appeared before the Council to ask their feelings regarding the issuance of Industrial Revenue Bonds for a Hardee's Restuarant in Stillwater. Dave Magnuson stated that at the present time banks are not buying these bonds because of the chance that the tax exempt status will be removed. Kriesel stated that he would like to check the status of the total allocation of the IDR bonds before any commitments are made. The Mayor recessed the meeting at 8:30 p.m. to reconvene at 8:40 p.m. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - none NEW BUSINESS Payment of Bills On motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell, the resolution was introduced, "DIRECTING PAYMENT OF BILLS".Ayes-5 Nays-0 (Resolution 47305) COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS Mayor Peterson stated that he has of the civil defense supplies and to donate the medical supplies to After discussion, it was moved by to donate medical supplies to the Salvation Army equally. All in fa been contacted by another individual regarding the purchase feels that the Council may have acted hastily when deciding the hospita", and to sell the remainder. Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble, hospital and to give the balance to the Red Cross and vor. Board of Equalization Mayor Peterson reminded the Council that the Board of Equalization is on May 8, 1984, from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. STAFF REPORTS Parks & Recreation Dick Blekum asked the Council if they want a fishing pier put at Lily Lake because he has been informed that one will be donated (twin slip boat docks) if the City wants it. After discussion, it was moved by Farrell, seconded by MacDonald, that the Council approve getting a fishing pier for Lily Lake. All in favor. Consulting Engineer Lowell Park Restrooms Ken Meister presented the plans for the Lowell Park restrooms to the Council. After discussion, it was moved by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick, to introduce the resolution, "APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS" Ayes-5 Nays-0 (Resolution 67307) W. Orleans Street Improvement (FAU Project) Ken Meister discussed the FAU Project of the improvement of West Orleans Street from • 141'v • May 1, 1984 Washington Avenue to County Rd. #5. It was moved by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember MacDonald, to introduce the resolution, "RESOLUTION ORDERING PREPARATION OF REPORT ON IMPROVEMENT" Ayes-5 Nays-0 (Resolution #7308) Van Tassel Drainage On motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick, the Council moved to proceed with plans to temporarily remedy the drainage problem at Van Tassel's, running plastic pipe from McKusick Road towards Brown's Creek. All in favor. It was noted that Van Tassel will provide the backhoe expense and the City will provide the Mastic pipe (which they already have) and the manpower. Public Works Jack Shelton reviewed the street restoration program with the Council. On motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick, the resolution was introduced, "RESOLUTION ORDERING PREPARATION OF REPORT ON IMPROVEMENT". Ayes-5 Nays-0 (Resolution #7309) On motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick, the resolution was introduced, "RESOLUTION ORDERING PREPARATION OF PLANS ON IMPROVEMENT" Ayes-5 Nays-0 (Resolution #7310) On motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick, the Council authorized to advertise for bids for the sealcating for 1984. All in favor. On motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Farrell, the resolution was introduced, "RESOLUTION EMPLOYING STEVE BERGER AND JOE RITZER ON PART TIME BASIS". Ayes-5 Nays-0 (Resolution #7312) Physical examinations must be passed before employment. City Attorney On motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember MacDonald, the Council moved to appeal the District Court's opinion regarding the vested rights in the Police Contract. All in favor. On motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember MacDonald, the resolution was introduced, " RESOLUTION APPOINTING CHARTER COMMISSION TO REVISE OR AMEND ANY CITY CHARTER OF THE CITY" Ayes-5 Nays-0 (Resolution #7311) Oak Glen Development has asked that an Estoppel Certificate be signed by the City, but it was noted that this cannot be signed at this time as oak Glen is in default of the bond agreement by not submitting financial statements to the City. This item will be considered at a future meeting. Finance Director On motion by Councilmember MacDonald, seconded by Councilmember Kimble, the 7983 lnterfund Transfers as presented by Betty Caruso, were approved, retroactive to December 31, 1983. All in favor. City Coordinator Maintenance Workers/Laborer On motion by Councilmember MacDonald, seconded by Councilmember Kimble, the Council moved to accept the job classification of Maintenance Worker/Laborer, at a pay rate of $7.65/hour. All in favor. Middle St. Croix Watershed On motion by Councilmember MacDonald, seconded by Councilmember Kimble, the resolution was introduced, "RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT TO PROTECT AND MANAGE THE MIDDLE ST. CROIX WATERSHED" Ayes-5 Nays-0 (Resolution #7306) Used City Vehicles On nation by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember Kimble, the Council authorized the sale of two cars presently being used by the Building Inspection Department, and two 6 x 6 weapon carrier trucks. All in favor. Point Counterpoint II Nile Kriesel informed the Council that there will be a luncheon on May 7 to determine the interest on having the American Wind Orchestra and Point Counterpoint II come to Stillwater for three days in early August. On motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember MacDonald, the Council authorized that the City pay for this luncheon. All in favor. Sidewalk Maintenance On motion by Councilmember MacDonald, seconded by Councilmember Dave Magnuson to draft an ordinance for sidewalk maintenance. Frontage Road on Highway 36 On action by Councilmember MacDonald, seconded by Councilmember the Mayor to serve on a committee with the MnDOT for discussion on Highway 36. All if. favor. Farrell, the Council directed All in favor. Kimble, the Council appointed regarding the frontage road • • May 1, 1984 Sewer Bill Adjustment On motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember MacDonald, the Council moved to adjust the sewer bill for Leonard Berglund, 129 N.William Street, to $36.00 per quarter. All in favor. It was noted that their sewer bill for the first quarter in 1984 was $807 due to a water leak running in to the sewer. Westphal Heights On motion by ouncilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember MacDonald, the Council moved to eliminate the bituminous curb in the Phase I of Westphal Heights, waiting for this improvement until Phase II is implemented. All in favor. APPLICATIONS On motion by Councilmember Kimble, seconded by Councilmember Farrell, the following contractor's licenses were approved. All in favor. Trucker Sheehy Construction General Contractor PO Box 9393 - Minneapolis, MN Rivertown Excavating - Gary Ritzer Excavators 7879 Minor Ave. N. - Stillwtater Duane Peterson 1919 W. Pine - Stillwater Lux Homes, Inc. 617 Lake Drive - Stillwater Charles Knopf 14411 Racine Ave. - Marine Dean Hanson 206 2nd Street - Hudson, WI Gausman Builders 907 Payne Ave. - St. Paul Charles Cudd Company Plaza 94 - Hudson, WI Asphalt Specialties 1900 Quant Ave. 5. - Lakeland General Contractor General Contractor General Contractor General Contractor Plastering, Stucco Work, Sheetrocking General Contractor Asphalt Contracting On motion by Councilmember Bodlovick, seconded by Councilmember MacDonald, the permit to consume 3.2 beer was granted to St. Michael's Activities Committee for Pioneer Park on May 20, 1984. A11 in favor. COMMUNICATIONS On motion by Councilmember Farrell, seconded by Councilmember MacDonald, the Claim from Margorie Best was referred to McGarry -Kearney Insurance Company. All in favor. ADJOURNMENT 0n motion by Councilmember MacDonald, seconded by Councilmember Bodlovick, the meeting was adjoureed at 11:00 p.m. .LL *Ka �� ayor�� AttesyG City C erk