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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023-06-06 CC MINd-&Yater 216 41h Street N, Stillwater, MN 55082 651-430-8800 The Birthplace of Minnesota www.stillwatermn.gov CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES June 6, 2023 WORKSHOP MEETING 4:30 P.M. Mayor Kozlowski called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m. Present: Mayor Kozlowski, Councilmembers Collins, Junker, Odebrecht, Polehna Absent: None Staff present: City Administrator Kohlmann City Attorney Land City Clerk Wolf Community Development Director Gladhill Finance Director Provos Fire Chief Glaser Police Captain Meredith Public Works Director Sanders Library Director Troendle OTHER BUSINESS Sndance�til]watet• Concept PlanConcept Plan Community Development Director Gladhill reviewed the project proposed by Timberland Partners related to a potential development of a rental townhome development at the southeast intersection of Manning Avenue and 80th St N (also connects to Boutwell Road N). The Applicant submitted a revised concept that purports to not need any Variances. Mayor Kozlowski inquired about different zoning districts that could be applied here; and Mr. Gladhill responded CTHR district is that district that would most closely resemble this project. Mayor Kozlowski wanted to clarify that this zoning district created by the map amendment would be aligned with adjoining properties and meets all the zoning conditions of the CTHR; and Mr. Gladhill replied yes, and explained the difference between Boutwell Ave and 80th Street. Councilmember Junker noted that he is interested in the project, however, there are other properties to the south that are planned to be zoned as well, in the 2040 Comp Plan, and he would like to wait and do them all together. Mayor Kozlowski asked if all of the zoning is on the Comp Plan calendar; and Mr. Gladhill answered the plan is to finish out all the remaining zoning map amendments in 2024, with a more robust comprehesive zoning code update, including the zoning map. After discussion on the vision of the 2040 Comp Plan for this area, zoning map amendment, CTHR and bigger plan for area, including single access roadways and affordable housing, it was Council concensus that Staff bring back a bigger picture of whole area (75th - 80th St.). The Applicant can proceed forward if they chose. City Council Meeting Sueed_Limit-and Policy Plan June 6, 2023 Public Works Director Sanders stated that last year WSB was hired to prepare a Speed Limit Plan and Study. In 2019, the Minnesota Legislature passed new Statutes or added to existing Statutes that impact the City's authority to set speed limits from 30 m.p.h. to 25 m.p.h. in residential areas. Chuck Rickert with WSB explained the detailed scope, analysis, findings, and conclusions which determined the safest appropriate speed limit on local City streets to be 25 m.p.h. on all citywide local streets. Mayor Kozlowski asked if the number of accidents will change measurable if we do this; and Mr. Rickert answered that numbers did have a small effect during COVID, but he does not see in the 50/50 really changing too much. Mayor Kozlowksi inquired if there was any statistics on a per capita/traffic volume basis that Stillwater was better or worse than average in terms of personal injury or property damage auto accidents; and Mr. Rickert replied that was one thing he did not pull, but it would be easy to pull those rates and Stillwater might be at or below the average of accidents. Council discussed signage, more safety at lower speeds, and inconsistent with County Roads at 30 m.p.h. and gave Staff direction to work with Washington County and State to consistently reduce speeds in the City to 25 m.p.h. wherever possible. Riverfront Parks Funding Allocation City Administrator Kohlmann reviewed the last legislative session, the City of Stillwater was awarded a grant for $6 million to develop the Riverfront Parks (Lumberjack Landing, Bridgeview, and Lowell Park gazebo). The cost estimate to develop these parks according to the Park Plans (less donation) is $12.5 million. Council consensus is to start the process to delist the Bergstein Shoddy Mills building off the National Registrar of Historical Places and move ahead with a plan for improvements to Lumberjack Landing and Lowell Park. 2024 Banding Bill Discross on City Administrator Kohlmann indicated that staff was notified by the MMB that preliminary submittals for the Capital Budgeting are due on June 16, 2023. The capital budget begins in odd -numbered years with the collection of requests from state agencies and local units of government. It is assumed a 50/50 state and local funding would be required if approved. These projects have a funding source identified for the local 50% match, with the exception of the Rec Center Parking Lot expansion and Riverfront Parks. It should be noted that the local match for the Recreation Center Expansion is not from the city but a third party; Myrtle Street Reconstruction ($3.5 million); Downtown Street Lights ($3.6 million); Riverfront Parks Remainder ($6.5 million); St. Croix Rec Center Parking ($1.2 million); and St. Croix Rec Center Expansion ($20 million). Councilmember Polehna inquired about the sales tax idea; and Mr. Kohlmann replied that is still available to utilize for the $6.5 million difference. Page 2 of 6 City Council Meeting June 6, 2023 On a question by Councilmember Junker about the 2-year moratorium; and Mr. Kohlman responded that anything passed at the session was exempt from the moratorium, however if the $6million was reallocated, it is unclear if they would hear that or not. Councilmember Junker asked about the Metro Area sales tax increase of a quarter, if in effect we can go up another twenty-five cents; and Mr. Kohlmann replied up to fifty cents. and is in a moratorium, and it might be going away. Mayor Kozlowski would like to still try to move forward with that. Discussion regarding new bonding proposal continued on Rec Center, parking lot storm water issues and skate board park with Council providing staff direction. STAFF REPORTS Public Works Director updated the Council on Chestnut Street Plaza concrete work will be done this week; trees were planted; pavers are done from the concourse to the trail and the trail west toward Water Street should be completed in 2 weeks; Main Street will be closed after Lumberjack Days for 2 months; the 72nd Street project pre -con meeting was held. Councilmember Junker gave Kudos to Public Works for Lowell Park cleanup. Police Captain Meredith informed the Council that the imbedded Social Worker will be starting June 12th; interviewed and offers made for 2 new officers and kudos to CSO Junker for organizing successful event. Fire Chief reported a busy Memorial Day weekend with a smooth Half Marathon event; structure fire on June 2 experienced low staffing with 2 additional calls at the same time; they are waiting on SAFER grant; air quality alert for open burning fire restrictions - see DNR website for updates; there was great PR on the new boat; and Stillwater Fire received an award from Meals from the Heart event. Finance Director stated that GFOA again awarded the City Certificate of Achievement for Excellence. Community Development Director described that Chapel Hill Flats has some plan revisions; Downtown Parking update with unexpected touch screen issues and needing additional signage; and Code Enforcement Abatement issues. City Clerk Wolf noted packet changes; Boards & Commissions training June 12 at 6 pm.; and the presented the restoration of the first books of Stillwater City Minutes and Ordinances. City Attorney Land expanded on the Boards & Commissions training June 12; Council refresher training will be scheduled this year; lease agreement with Manitou Fund for overflow parking at the lot north of the Zephyr Theatre and they are willing to improve the lot, with a condition that lot not be for the public. Council discussed the caveat City Administrator Kohlmann updated the Council on a meeting with Downtown business owners regarding their suggestions and concerns, and setting up a follow up meeting to address them. Councilmember Polehna suggested reaching out to other parts of the City as well, like Valley Ridge Mall and Liberty Village. Library Director Troendle highlighted the Library's Summer reading program "Summer Star Explorers" June 10 - August 12, including telescopes and zero gravity gardening. He emphasized efforts to engage the students, including the Stillwater Police Department Page 3 of 6 City Council Meeting June 6, 2023 hosting "Crime Prevention through Environmental Design." Library Staff will be at the Farmer's Market; Carpenter Nature Center at the Library June 12; the next Balanced Wellness Series focuses on exercising brain health; and "Light a Spark" 4th of July event tickets are available through the Stillwater Library Foundation. RECESS Mayor Kozlowksi recessed the meeting at 6:28 p.m. REGULAR MEETING 7:00 P.M. Mayor Kozlowski called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m. Present: Mayor Kozlowski, Councilmembers Collins, Junker, Odebrecht, Polehna Absent: None Staff present: City Administrator Kohlmann City Attorney Land City Clerk Wolf Community Development Director Gladhill Finance Director Provos Fire Chief Glaser Police Captain Meredith Public Works Director Sanders PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Kozlowski led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. RECOGNITIONS OR PRESENTATIONS proclamation - Nelson's Ice Cream Day celehradt g their CentenniaI Anniyersar Mayor Kozlowski read a proclamation designating June 7th Nelson's Ice Cream Day. Proclamation - Stillwater Area High School Synchronized Swimmin Te,-mi Mayor Kozlowski read a proclamation designating June 8th SAHS Synchronized Swimming Day. Proclamation - Ttnleteenth Mayor Kozlowski read a proclamation designating June 19th a Holiday and City Hall will be closed. OPEN FORUM Louise Hanson reiterated her request for enforcement of the skateboarding Ordinance. CONSENT AGENDA May 16, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes Payment of Bills Church of St. Michael Solarus. Event and Temporary Liquor License - Resolution_2.02r3-079 City Gliaiter Aniendment to Elective Officei-s, Elections, Meeting Reear-ds, aod Otter fflOeS.AFdjnanse 2nd Reading - Resolution were removed from agenda Page 4 of 6 City Council Meeting June 6, 2023 City Code Amendment regarding Accessory Uses and Structures in residential districts - Ordinance 1202 - 2nd Reading CSAH 96 Designation - Resolution 2023-080 Downtown Stillwater Holiday Lights Agreements East Metro Public Safety Training Facility Gambling Off -Site Permit for Bayport American Legion Post 491 - Resolution 2023-081 Hydrant Painting Contract Agreement Juneteenth Paid Holiday - Resolution 2023-082 -removed from agenda Metropolitan Emergency Services Board Opiate Antagonists Subgrant Agreement On -Sale Intoxicating with Sunday Sale Liquor License for Lora Event Center - Resolution 2023-083 Parking Prohibition around Bergmann Park - Resolution 2023-084 Performance Measurement System Program - Resolution 2023-085 Pioneer Park Habitat Restoration Project - 2 Agreements Recording Secretary Wage Rate - Resolution 2023-086 Short Term Home Rental Licenses Teddy Bear Park Play Surface Replacement Project Water Fill Station meter and backflow Project - Contract award Motion by Councilmember Junker, seconded by Councilmember Collins, to adopt the Consent Agenda. All in favor. PUBLIC HEARINGS There were no public hearings. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Downtown Parltin g P ay Zooe Imp] em entation Communuty Development Director Gladhill explained earlier this year,the City Council approved revisions to the Downtown Parking Fee Schedule, noting that a series of additional actions would be requested as the changes begin to be phased in over time throughout 2023. He wanted to clarify that the Convenience Fee to the Parker was $0.50 per parking session, was not per hour. Mr. Gladhill also conveyed the Downtown Parking Commission's recommendation to amend the time limits from Main Street (TH 95) between Nelson Street and Mulberry Street to 30 minutes maximum; and the City's new Pay Zones (Lots 3-12 (inclusive) and on street parking east of Main Street (TH 95)), the existing 3 and 4 hour time limit shall be removed. Motion by Councilmember Junker, seconded by Councilmember Odebrecht, to approve Resolution 2023-087, Resolution Amending Fees for Downtown Parking; and Resolution 2023-088, Resolution Amending Time Limits for Downtown Parking. All in favor. Councilmember Junker added that he and Mr. Gladhill were approached by a private business owner who is very interested to work with the City to convert most of his large lot to pay parking year round, adding 77 parking spots to Downtown. Page 5 of 6 City Council Meeting June 6, 2023 On a question by Councilmember Polehna would the City get the revenue, Councilmember Junker that it would be revenue sharing and policing of the lot yet to be determined. The owner would care for the lot, including snowplowing, making it the third largest lot for parking in the City. Consensus of the Council was to move forward with that proposal. NEW BUSINESS There was no new business. COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS Partners in Energy Update Councilmember Odebrecht updated the Council on Energy Action Team activities done so far, with upcoming kick off meeting on July 10 at City Hall. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Collins, seconded by Councilmember Junker, to adjourn. All in favor. The meeting was adjourned at 7:35 p.m. Ted Kozlowski, Mayor ATTEST: i �_Af Beth Wolf, City Cler Resolution 2023-079, Resolution Approving Event and Temporary On -Sale Outdoor Liquor License Resolution 2023-080, Resolution to Washington County and to the Minnesota Department of Transportation in Support of the Designation of County State Aid Highway 96 in the City of Stillwater Resolution 2023-081, Approving Bayport American Legion Post 491 Application to Conduct Off -Site Gambling at Lowell Park Resolution 2023-082, Approving Juneteenth as a Paid Holiday Resolution 2023-083, Approving Issuance of New On -Sale Liquor License with Sunday Sales to Elevage Hotel Group lI, dba Lora Event Center Resolution 2023-084, Approve Parking Restrictions Along The Property Side of Bergmann Dr., Timber Way, and the east 300 ft of Judd Trail from the Intersection of Bergmann Dr. and Judd Trail in the City of Stillwater, Minnesota Resolution 2023-085, Approving Participation in Minnesota Performance Measurement System Program Resolution 2023-086, Approving Rate Increase for Recording Secretary Resolution 2023-087, Resolution Amending Fees for Downtown Parking Resolution 2023-088, Resolution Amending Time Limits for Downtown Parking Page 6 of 6