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Home My WebLink About2024-06-18 CC MIN61illwater 216 4th Street N, Stillwater, MN 55082 651-430-8800 The Birthplace of Minnesota www.stillwatermn.gov CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES June 18, 2024 REGULAR MEETING 7:00 P.M. Mayor Kozlowski called the meeting to order at 7:00 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 Assistant Finance Director Norby Fire Chief Glaser Police Captain Julien Public Works Director Sanders PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Kozlowski led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. RECOGNITIONS OR PRESENTATIONS Youth Advantage Budget Request - Suzanne Block Suzanne Block, Executive Director of Youth Advantage, explained the program's services and requested financial support of $11,375. Faith, a client of Youth Advantage, shared her positive experiences with the program. Mayor Kozlowski stated budget discussions will start in August. 2023 Annual and Financial Results Presentation Chris Knopik, Clifton Lars onAllen, presented the results of the 2023 audit. OPEN FORUM Mark Wiens, Lake Elmo, conveyed his intent to fill Washington County Commissioner Gary Kriesel's seat. He currently is a State Representative representing Lake Elmo. Lizzie Harris, Owens Street, remarked that the Chestnut Street Plaza feels safe for pedestrians and bicycles and she wants to see that kind of car -free space expanded in the future. She mentioned an organization called Strong Towns as a possible resource. STAFF REPORTS Public Works Director Sanders shared the river elevation forecast: the river will probably be in Lowell Park before the Fourth of July event. He stated there will be an open house July City Council Meeting June 18, 2024 27 at the Rec Center to discuss the Washington Avenue/Highway 36 North Frontage Road intersection; and ash tree removal has begun. Police Captain Julien stated that Officer Papke started a Youth Citizens Academy. He gave a staffing and department activities update, including motorcycle noise enforcement, and also noted that Sgt. Gow is looking for volunteers for a graffiti cleanup event July 14. Fire Chief Glaser updated the Council on staffing and the SAFER grant application. Finance Director Provos thanked Assistant Finance Director Norby for her work on the audit. Community Development Director Gladhill reported that the downtown parking permit module was launched and enforcement is being increased. New building permit software will be coming soon. City Clerk Wolf noted that a late submission for the Human Rights Award caused a special HRC meeting to be called; the City newsletter will be delivered next week. City Attorney Land stated a hazardous building action initiated last fall will probably be brought back before the Council in July. City Administrator Kohlmann stated staff met with members of the Veterans Memorial Board about a stormwater improvement and expansion of the paver area. He and Councilmember Odebrecht will represent Stillwater at the League of Minnesota Cities conference. He asked for Council approval of a Juneteenth poster created by the Human Rights Commission. Motion by Councilmember Polehna, seconded by Councilmember Odebrecht to approve the Juneteenth poster. All in favor. CONSENT AGENDA June 4, 2024 Workshop and Regular Meeting Minutes Payment of Bills Authorizing Permanent Easement Acquisition for 2024 Street Improvement Project (2024- 02) - Resolution 2024-068 Broadway on the St. Croix Event Contract Downtown Parking Master Sign Plan Agreement Downtown Special Service District Request for Lighting Decoration Study Log Run Half Marathon Event Contract Metropolitan Council Clean Water Fund Grant Agreement Accepting Work and Ordering Final Payment for Mid Oaks Lift Station Improvement Project - Resolution 2024-069 Resolution Approving Liquor License Amendment for Temporary Outdoor Premise Extension at 1421 4th Street North - Resolution 2024-070 Resolution Ordering Preparation of Feasibility Report for Myrtle Street Improvement Project (Project 2024-05) - Resolution 2024-071 Approving Participation in Minnesota Performance Measurement System Program - Resolution 2024-072 Rapp Strategies Agreement Short Term Home Rental Conditional License for 1104 Meadowlark Dr Page 2 of 5 City Council Meeting June 18, 2024 Short Term Home Rental License for 1105 and 1107 Martha Street N Resolution Denying Zoning Approval Expiration Date Extension for Chapel Hill Flats at 107 3rd St N (Landucci Construction) (Case No. CD 2022-19) - Resolution 2024-078 Motion by Councilmember Odebrecht, seconded by Councilmember Collins, to adopt the Consent Agenda. All in favor. PUBLIC HEARINGS METIS Investment LLC Requests Issuance of Bonds and enter into Joint Powers Agreement with City of Oakdale for Multifamily Housing Project Jenny Boulton, Kennedy & Graven, bond counsel for the City of Oakdale, stated that Oakdale was approached by Metis Development to assist in making available conduit revenue bonds for the acquisition and rehabilitation of a portfolio of existing affordable rental housing facilities. One of them, Victoria Villa, is in Stillwater, so Stillwater's consent is required, after a public hearing. There is no financial obligation or risk to the City of Stillwater. Mayor Kozlowski opened the public hearing. There were no public comments and the public hearing was closed. Motion by Councilmember Collins, seconded by Councilmember Junker, to adopt Resolution 2024-073, Resolution Giving Host Approval to the Issuance by the City of Oakdale of Conduit Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds on Behalf of Metis Development Group LLC (METIS Portfolio Project). All in favor. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business. NEW BUSINESS Lumberjack Days Event Amendment City Administrator Kohlmann stated that Brian Asmus, LJD Stillwater Events, has requested approval to host the 2024 Minnesota Wakesurf Championships as part of the 2024 Lumberjack Days, July 19-21. This request was submitted after the Council approved the contract. The event should not change any of the expectations and duties required of the City and is estimated to add 1000 people to be in attendance over the weekend of Lumberjack Days. Staff recommends approval of the amendment. Motion by Councilmember Junker, seconded by Councilmember Polehna, to approve the amendment. All in favor. Washington County Emergency Housing Services Building Community Development Director Gladhill summarized that the City has received multiple applications to facilitate the approval of the Washington County Emergency Housing Services Building, a 30-unit medium density residential building for people experiencing homelessness. After holding the required public hearing, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the request without the four conditions of approval recommended by the City of Oak Park Heights. He gave an overview of the proposal. Page 3 of 5 City Council Meeting June 18, 2024 John Hodler, 2403 Palm Circle, stated he would speak for those in attendance who support the project; he asked them to stand indicating support. Motion by Councilmember Collins, seconded by Councilmember Odebrecht, to adopt Resolution 2024-074, Resolution Approving Lot Consolidation of Parcels at 14949 62nd St N (Case No. CD 2024-004); Resolution 2024-075, Resolution Approving a Planned Unit Development Amendment to Facilitate an Emergency Housing Services Building at 14949 62nd St N (Washington County Government Center) (Case No. CD 2024-004); Resolution 2024-076, Resolution Approving a Conditional Use Permit for a Residential Use in the PA: Public Administrative Offices District to Facilitate an Emergency Housing Services Building at 14949 62nd St N (Washington County Government Center) (Case No. CD 2024-004); and Resolution 2024-077, Resolution Approving a Site Plan to Facilitate an Emergency Housing Services Building at 14949 62nd St N (Washington County Government Center) (Case No. CD 2024- 004); and to adopt Ordinance No. 2024-1215, an Ordinance Amending Official Zoning Map of the City of Stillwater to Include 15055 60th St N in the PA: Public Administrative Offices District (Case No. CD 2024-004). All in favor. Chicken Permit for 8337_Marylane Ave N Mr. Gladhill stated the City received an application for a Chicken Permit at 8337 Marylane Ave. N. As part of the permit process, neighborhood notices were sent and one objection was received. The primary concerns of the letter are either outside City purview or can be addressed by the Code Enforcement team. Staff recommends approval of the permit. Motion by Councilmember Odebrecht, seconded by Councilmember Collins, to approve the Chicken Permit for 8337 Marylane Ave N. Motion passed 3-2 with Councilmembers Junker and Polehna voting nay. COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS Grant Navigator Update Councilmember Odebrecht informed the Council that the League of Minnesota Cities has rolled out the Grant Navigator, a program that aids cities in managing the complexities of securing state, federal, foundation, and nonprofit grants. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Odebrecht, seconded by Councilmember Kozlowski, to adjourn. All in favor. The meeting was adjourned at 8:27 p.m. • Ted Kozlowski, Mayor ATTEST: Beth Wolf, City Clerk Resolution 2024-068, Authorizing Permanent Easement Acquisition for 2024 Street Improvement Project (2024-02) Page 4 of 5 City Council Meeting June 18, 2024 Resolution 2024-069, Accepting Work and Ordering Final Payment for Mid Oaks Lift Station Improvement Project Resolution 2024-070, Resolution Approving Liquor License Amendment for Temporary Outdoor Premise Extension at 1421 4th Street North Resolution 2024-071, Resolution Ordering Preparation of Feasibility Report for Myrtle Street Improvement Project (Project 2024-05) Resolution 2024-072, Approving Participation in Minnesota Performance Measurement System Program Resolution 2024-073, Resolution Giving Host Approval to the Issuance by the City of Oakdale of Conduit Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds on Behalf of Metis Development Group LLC (METIS Portfolio Project) Resolution 2024-074, Resolution Approving Lot Consolidation of Parcels at 14949 62nd St N (Case No. CD 2024-004) Resolution 2024-075, Resolution Approving a Planned Unit Development Amendment to Facilitate an Emergency Housing Services Building at 14949 62nd St N (Washington County Government Center) (Case No. CD 2024-004) Resolution 2024-076, Resolution Approving a Conditional Use Permit for a Residential Use in the PA: Public Administrative Offices District to Facilitate an Emergency Housing Services Building at 14949 62nd St N (Washington County Government Center) (Case No. CD 2024-004) Resolution 2024-077, Resolution Approving a Site Plan to Facilitate an Emergency Housing Services Building at 14949 62nd St N (Washington County Government Center) (Case No. CD 2024-004) Resolution 2024-078, Resolution Denying Zoning Approval Expiration Date Extension for Chapel Hill Flats at 107 3rd St N (Landucci Construction) (Case No. CD 2022-19) Ordinance No. 2024-1215, an Ordinance Amending Official Zoning Map of the City of Stillwater to Include 15055 60th St N in the PA: Public Administrative Offices District (Case No. CD 2024-004) Page 5 of 5