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__ REGULAR MEETING
. RECESSED MEETING
AGENDA
CITY OF STILL WATER
CITY COUNCIL MEETING NO. 97-12
Stillwater Public Library, 223, N. 4th St.
May 6,1997
4:00 P.M.
7:00 P.M.
4:00 P.M. AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
STAFF REPORTS
1. Finance Director
2. Police Chief
3. Public Works Director
4. Community De. Director
5. Parks & Recreation
6. City Engineer
7. Consulting Engineer
8. City Clerk
9. Fire Chief
10. Building Official
11. City Attorney
12. City Coordinator
OTHER BUSINESS
1. Corp of Engineers - Stage II Levee Project
2. Workshop with Charter Commission
3. Board of Review
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
. ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - April 1, 1997 Executive Session; April 15, 1997, Special and Regular
Meetings
PETITIONS. INDIVIDUALS. DELEGATIONS & COMMENDATIONS
1. Commendation of flood control volunteers
2. Presentation of Heritage Preservation Awards
3. Cynthia Gellerman, City of Stillwater Chamber of Commerce - Request for Sidewalk Sales
4. Resolution 97-101 - Resolution Authorizing Issuance and Sale of $705,000 General Obligation
Capital Outlay Bonds, Series 1997 A.
Resolution No. 97-102 - Resolution Authorizing Issuance and Sale of $485,000 General Obligation
Improvement Bonds, Series 1997B
OPEN FORUM
The Open Forum is a portion of the Council meeting to address Council on subjects which are not a part of the meeting
agenda. The Council may take action or reply at the time of the statement or may give direction to staff regarding
investigation of the concerns expressed.
CONSENT AGENDA *
1. Resolution 97-100: Directing Payment of Bills.
.2. Resolution 97-103: Temporary Employment of Robert Hamble - Parks Dept.
3. Approving temporary on-sale 3.2% malt liquor licenses: a) ball tournament May 16-17(MN
Computers; b) ball tournament May 30-31 (Dugout); c) VFW 323 - Rivertown Art Festival, May 17-
18.
4. Resolution 97-104: Consultant contract for computer network design
5 Contractors Licenses: Atlantis Pools, Inc., Brooklyn Center, MN; Tom Lessard Painting,
.., . Mahtomedi, MN; Arch Spec Inc. (operable panel partitions), St. Louis Park, MN; Valley Window
Service, Bayport, MN.; AllPhase Construction Co., Inc., Lakeland MN; Judd Orff and Assoc.,
Stillwater, MN; Fuhr Trenching, Hugo MN; Skyner Construction, New Richmond, WI; Peterson
Construction, Stillwater, MN
6. Release of funds for first portion of 1997 capital budget - Library
7. Peddlers Permit - David Rochlin, Glow in Dark necklaces, July 4, 1997.
8. Resolution 97-105: Designating Jim Grothaus as Engineering Intern
9. Resolution 97-106: Approving Intergovernmental Agreement with Metropolitan Council for
monitoring of Lily Lake
10. Resolution 97-107: Employment of Jeff Dionisopoulos as temporary seasonal laborer -
Public Works
11. Purchase of two preliminary breath testers - Police Dept
12. Close and Transfer of bond fund #391
13. Exemption from Lawful Gambling License - GoodwilllEaster Seal raffle
14. Purchase of air conditioner - Finance Dept.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. This is the day and time for the public hearing to consider the draft Alternative Urban Area-Wide
Review (AUAR) for the annexation of 1800 acres from Stillwater Township. The area includes all,
or portions of, the following Sections; 19,20,29,30,31,21; Township 30N, Range 20W;
Washington County.
Notice of the hearing was placed in the Stillwater Gazette on April 29, 1997.
. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Resolution 97-108: Approval of contract for National Guard Training Community Facility design
servlces
2. Resolution 97-109: Approval of Agreement for operation of downtown pay parking lots
NEW BUSINESS
1. Resolution 97-110: Determining comer lot status for purposes of assessments (Heitmiller)
2. Resolution 97-111: Accepting Report and Ordering Plans and Specification - Pioneer Park Retaining
Wall Job 9720
3. Request for outside seating on Main Street
PETITIONS. INDIVIDUALS. DELEGATIONS & COMMENDATIONS (continued)
COMMUNICATIONS/REQUESTS
1. Tad Leusch - County Cycle's Classic Criterium
2. Robert Ballantine, Compass - April activity report for Sports Complex Campaign
3. Rivertown Commons - Garbage Collection Costs
COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS
. STAFF REPORTS (continued)
, ADJOURNMENT Possible adjournment to executive session to discuss assessment appeal
* All items listed under the consent agenda are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one
motion. There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Council Member or citizen so requests, in which
event, the items will be removed from the consent agenda and considered separately.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and City Council
FR: Steve Russell, Community Development Director ~
DA: May 2, 1997
RE: INFORMATION FOR WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS
WORKSHOP COUNTY 5 EXTENSION
Attached is material available at the Washington County Workshop April 30, 1997.
The road alignments would not directly effect the City but the improvement would relieve traffic
on TH 36 and TH 5.
This information is presented for your review. If you have comments contact me.
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MANNING AVENUE CONNECTION
(COUNTY STATE AID HIGHWAY 15)
CORRIDOR STUDY
PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE
WASHINGTON COUNTY
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
11660 MYERON ROAD NORTH
STillWATER, MINNESOTA 55082
612-430-4300
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MANNING AVENUE CONNECTION
(COUNTY STATE AID HIGHWAY 15)
CORRIDOR STUDY
PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE
April 30, 1997
STATION 1
Open House Format
This open house consists of five stations where you can informally learn about the study
process and review the different alternatives for the proposed Manning A venue
connection. You are encouraged to review the information presented, ask questions of
the County and consultant staff present, and submit comments for consideration by
Washington County. Please take as much time as you would like at each station, where
project representatives are available to answer your questions. A formal presentation
before an assembled audience will not be made at this open house.
The following information will be located at the respective stations:
Station 1
. Project handout
. Sign-in sheets
. Comment collection box
Station 2
. Purpose of and need for the proposed project
. Study process and schedule
Station 3
. Traffic forecasts within the study corridor and on adjacent roadways
. Travel patterns
Station 4
. Alignment alternatives
Station 5
. Evaluation process
. Criteria used for evaluation
. Additional meetings and public input opportunities
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Sign-In Sheet
Please sign your name on the sign-in sheet at Station I and check the box if you wish to
be placed on the mailing list to receive updates about the study.
Comments
Please take this opportunity to provide input at this early planning stage. Your input
will assist us in identifying the needs and issues of the study area. There will also be
other opportunities for public comment as the study progresses. Thank you for your
interest and assistance. A comment sheet is attached to this handout. It may be placed in
the collection box today, or it may be mailed to the Washington County Public Works
Department.
General Study Background
The purpose of this open house is to provide information and to obtain public input about
the potential connection of Manning Avenue (County State Aid Highway 15) from north
of Trunk Highway 36 to south of Trunk Highway (TH) 5. In this area, Manning Avenue
is currently a local street that connects TH 36 to 55th Street. The proposed connection has
several alignment alternatives that are located in Lake Elmo and Baytown Township.
Manning Avenue traverses the entire north-south distance of Washington County with the
exception of the section from 55th Street to TH 5 in Baytown Township. The purpose of
the study is to document the need for this missing roadway link and to determine social,
economic and environmental impacts associated with the no build and potential build
alternatives.
This study is being conducted by the Washington County Public Works Department.
Washington County is coordinating the study process through a Task Force consisting of
representatives of the Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn/DOT), the Federal
Highway Administration (FHWA) and the local communities of: Baytown Township,
Grant, Lake Elmo, Oak Park Heights, Stillwater and Stillwater Township. The Task
Force has participated in the development of alternatives and will continue to review
analysis and provide input to the study process.
STATION 2
Why is this project needed?
Manning Avenue is aligned from north to south over approximately 30 miles through
most of central Washington County. It extends from TH 61 at the south to the north
county line, and is continuous except for a two-mile gap between TH 5 and TH 36.
Nearly all of Manning Avenue is a two-lane rural highway.
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In 1995, Washington County prepared a comprehensive plan update to better coordinate
land use and transportation issues that have become increasingly important because of the
rate of growth in the county. The population and employment in the county are expected
to increase by more than 50 percent between 1990 and 2015. The area that would
contribute traffic to the potential Manning Avenue connection is also experiencing
relatively high growth in population and employment. The population in the study area is
expected to increase by close to 40 percent and employment is expected to increase by
more that 50 percent between 1990 and 2015.
The transportation planning process for the development of the Washington County
Transportation Plan included the review of the continuity of the transportation system. It
looked at how well the transportation system provides for direct through trips. As a result
of this review, it was determined that there were few routes that could serve as a
continuous north-south arterial throughout the county. Manning Avenue, however,
already forms a nearly continuous route between the northern and southern parts of the
county. The route is centrally located, and if continuous, would provide travel and access
benefits to the county.
Development pressures are prompting the subdivision of many properties in the Manning
Avenue study area. It is important for the county to preserve roadway right-of-way soon
and to maintain appropriate set-backs from a proposed roadway alignment, or the
opportunity to provide an arterial roadway to accommodate the trips generated by the
development will be lost.
Washington County is undertaking the preparation of an Environmental Assessment for
the proposed Manning Avenue connection. The Environmental Assessment will
document the need for the proposed project and evaluate the impacts associated with the
no build alternative and selected build alternatives.
STATION 3
How would the Manning Avenue connection affect traffic patterns?
Manning Avenue currently carries between 3,000 and 8,000 vehicles per day across the
county. The study area for the Manning Avenue connection is in the middle of the
corridor segment that carries the most vehicles per day. Over the past ten years, Manning
Avenue has experienced rapid growth in traffic volumes. The segment north of TH 36
has grown at an annual rate of 7.5 percent, while the segment south of CSAH 14 has
grown at an annual rate of nearly 13 percent. TH 5 has also been growing at an annual
rate of 4.5 percent over the past ten years.
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Both the Metropolitan Council's regional travel forecasting model and the Washington
County model were used to forecast traffic for the Manning Avenue connection for the
year 2018. Several projections were evaluated including both no build and build
alternatives for the Manning Avenue connection. Separate forecasts were developed
assuming that the proposed TH 36 St. Croix River bridge would and would not be
constructed. The following observations were made based on these projections:
. The construction of a new St. Croix River bridge, while affecting travel patterns in the
general study area, would not have a significant impact on the traffic volumes that
would be expected on the Manning Avenue connection if it were built.
· Without the Manning Avenue connection, most vehicles will use TH 5, and to a lesser
extent CSAH 17, Northbrook Boulevard, Osgood Avenue, and CSAH 14, in
combination with TH 36 in traveling north and south in the study area.
. Given the expected growth patterns in the study area, traffic volumes on TH 5, south
of TH 36, are expected to increase by 70 to 80 percent if the Manning Avenue
connection is not completed.
. The travel pattern served by the Manning Avenue connection would be the north-
south trips in the central portion of the county.
. Even if the Manning Avenue connection is constructed, TH 5 will continue to serve
the predominant travel movement in the area, which is northeast to southwest, and
will have the highest traffic volumes.
· The Manning Avenue connection is expected to carry about 6,000 vehicles per day on
the segment between TH 36 and TH 5 in the year 2018. This level of traffic could be
carried by a two-lane facility. However, it would be prudent to preserve right-of-way
for expansion to four lanes if needed in the future.
Figure 1 summarizes the projected changes in traffic volumes that would occur if the
Manning Avenue connection is constructed.
STATION 4
What alternatives are being considered?
At this point in the study, Washington County staff and the Manning Avenue Task Force
have identified a broad range of alternatives for possible alignments for Manning Avenue
connection. The purpose of the Environmental Assessment is to evaluate a reasonable
range of potential build alternatives against the no build alternative (or what would
happen if the Manning Avenue connection is not constructed) to determine whether the
anticipated impacts would require the preparation of an Environmental Impact Statement.
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Nine conceptual alignments for the build alternatives have been developed for
presentation at this open house. These alignments are divided into three groups: A, B,
and C. Figure 2 provides a general location for each of the alignment groups. The A
alternatives are on the westerly edge of the study area, all on new alignments. Two of the
A alternatives extend Manning Avenue south of TH 36 to the intersection of TH 5 and
CSAH 15. One of the A alternatives includes a realignment of a portion of Manning
Avenue north of TH 36, further extending south of TH 36 and then reconnecting to the
existing Manning Avenue alignment near CSAH 14. All of the A alternatives have a
single intersection with TH 5 and provide a through route on both Manning A venue and
TH 5. The B and C alignments provide an extension of existing Manning Avenue south
of TH 36, but differ in how they connect with TH 5. The B alternatives have Manning
Avenue as the through route, with TH 5 forming aT-intersection with Manning Avenue.
The C alternatives continue to have TH 5 as the through route, with Manning Avenue
coming to a stop at TH 5.
STATION 5
What criteria will be used to evaluate the alternatives in the Environmental
Assessment?
The Manning Avenue Task Force has developed criteria against which each of the nine
build alternatives have been evaluated. Based on the existing alignment locations, this
preliminary evaluation has been completed and is included as Tables 1 and 2 in this
handout. All of the information in these tables is very general and is based only on
conceptual alignments. The purpose of the preliminary evaluation was to provide an
estimate of the relative transportation, social/equity, economic and environmental impacts
associated with the no build and build alternatives, as well as estimated construction
costs. This evaluation, combined with the criteria described below, will assist in
determining the alternatives to be studied in the Environmental Assessment.
In addition to public input received regarding the alternatives, several issues will be taken
into account when further evaluating alternatives to be carried forward in the
environmental review process. Additional analysis will determine the ability of each of
the alternatives to meet defined transportation needs while considering the social,
economic and environmental impact and benefit/cost of the alternatives.
How well the alternatives meet transportation needs will take into consideration the
following concerns (see Table 1):
. Travel patterns
. Mobility
. Capacity
. Safety
. Access
· System continuity
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Serve future travel needs and accom- No added capacity or preservation Provides future capacity; preserves Provides future capacity, preserves Provides future capacity, preserves
modate future growth of right-of-way right-of-way right-of-way right-of-way
Provide north-south route continuity Gap remains Most direct north-south route, pro- Somewhat circuitous north-south Somewhat circuitous north-south
vides through movement on connection, provides through move- connection, Manning stops at TH 5
Manning ment on Manning
Maintain through movement on TH 5 Yes Yes No Yes
Improve traffic operations on arterial Traffic congestion will increase on Diverts traffic from TH 5 and other Diverts traffic from TH 5 and other Diverts traffic from TH 5 and other
roadways arterial roadways in future roadways roadways; continues short segment roadways; continues short segment
of shared roadway with TH 5 of shared roadway with TH 5 1-3
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Provide adequate intersection spacing No changes from existing A1: 5100 ft. minimum B1: 1700 ft. minimum C1: 1000 ft. minimum I-l
on TH 5 5700 ft. average 2600 ft. average 1450 ft. average
A2: 1100 ft. minimum B2: 1700 ft. minimum C2: 600 ft. minimum
3800 ft. average 2150 ft. average 1600 ft. average
A3: 1350 ft. minimum B3: 1000 ft. minimum C3: 1000 ft. minimum
2110 ft. average 1500 ft. average 1500 ft. average
Provide reasonable access to Parcel access limited by lack of Minimal property access desirable Property access accommodated Property access accommodated
properties Manning connection for direct through route
Improve safety conditions on trans- No improvement expected Slight improvement due to decreased Slight improvement due to Slight improvement due to
portation system congestion and accident exposure decreased congestion and accident decreased congestion and accident
exposure exposure
Reduce vehicle miles travel No change Decrease in vehicle miles traveled Decrease in vehicle miles traveled Decrease in vehicle miles traveled
Minimize construction impacts on TI-I 5 No construction impacts Minimal construction impacts since Construction impacts due to recon- Construction impacts due to recon-
no common section struction of shared section ofTH 5 struction of shared section of TH 5
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In addition, preliminary investigation has indicated that the following social/equity,
economic and environmental considerations may be associated with one or more of the
alternatives (see Table 2):
. Cultural resources (sites of historic or archaeological significance, cemeteries)
. Buildings and residences
· Access to property
. Parklands
. Land uses
. Prime and unique farmland
. Woodlands
. Wetlands
. Floodplains
. Reported and potential contaminated sites
. Community Facilities
. Noise
. Air Quality
. Threatened and Endangered Species
. Water Quality
. Erosion and Sedimentation
A benefit/cost evaluation will also provide a measurement of each alternative's ability to
meet identified transportation needs in a cost-effective and travel-efficient manner. Items
to be considered in the benefit/cost evaluation include:
. Corridor travel benefits, including savings in travel time
. Improved safety
. Cost of improvement
. Benefit/cost ratio
These criteria, along with public input received during this open house and input received
on the comment cards, will be used by the Task Force and Washington County to select
the most appropriate build alternatives for study in the Environmental Assessment along
with the No Build alternative.
Will there be additional opportunities for me to provide input to the study?
Once the most appropriate build alternatives have been selected, and some further study
has been completed, another meeting will be held to inform and obtain additional input
from the public. This meeting will likely occur toward the end of the summer in 1997.
The Environmental Assessment will then be drafted and made available for public review
during the fall of 1997. A 3D-day comment period will follow the availability of the
Environmental Assessment, during which time a public hearing will be held. A decision
regarding the need for the preparation of an Environmental Impact Statement will be
made by the Washington County Board based on the findings of the Environmental
Assessment and the public input received during the environmental review process.
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TABLE 2
Manning Avenue Connection Environmental Assessment
Preliminary Evaluation of Conceptual Alignments
Alternatives with Manning Avenue as Through Route Trunk Highway 5 as Through Route
Factor A1 A2 A3 81 82 83 C1 C2 C3
R.OW. reauired' 103 acres 53 acres 50 acres 54 acres" 48 acres" 49 acres" 34 acres 36 acres 30 acres
Prime Farmland imoacts 95 acres 45 acres 45 acres 45 acres 46 acres 47 acres 32 acres 34 acres 28 acres
Structures requiring acquisition 3 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
ReDorted contaminated sites 1 ootential 1 potential 1 potential 1 ootential 1 Dotenliat 1 potential 0 0 0
Storage tank sites under review 2 1 4 4 4 4 4 4
Woodland impacts 3.9 acres 5.5 acres 6.4 acres 3.0 acres 1.3 acres 1 .4 acres 3.0 acres 1 .3 acres 1.4 acres
Wetland impacts 53,500 sa.ft. 4,900 sq.ft. 40,500 sa.ft. 40,500 sa. ft. 7,700 sa. ft. 8,400 sa. ft. 40,500 SQ. ft. 7,700 sa. ft. 8,400 sa. ft.
Floodplain impacts 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Cultural site impacts under review under review 1 potential 1 potential 1 potential 1 potential 1 potential 1 potential 1 potential
Construction costs: north alianment $5.8 million $2.9 million $3.0 million $1.7 million $1.6 million $1.0 million $1.4 million $1.7 million $1.1 million
Construction costs: TH 5 improvements $3.3 million $3.0 million $3.0 million $3.0 million $3.0 million $3.0 million $3.0 million $3.0 million $3.0 million
Construction costs: south alianment 0 0 0 $1.8 million $1.8 million $1.8 million 0 0 0
Total costs $9.1 million $5.9 mittion $6.0 million $6.5 million $6.4 million $5.8 million $4.4 million $4.7 million $4.1 million
.existing Manning ROW deducted, existing TH 5 ROW also deducted where alternative follows TH 5 ROW
"includes CSAH 14 west extension to TH 5 at south end of project
Notes:
All impacts are approximate and based on preliminary conceptual alignments
Construction costs assume $ 1.5 million per mile for Manning Avenue construction
Construction costs assume $ 2 million per mile for TH 5 construction
Wetland impacts based on boundaries depicted on aerial photographs and National Wetland Inventory Map
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Whom can I contact regarding other questions or concerns that I may have?
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The Manning Avenue Task Force will be meeting throughout the study process. This
Task Force provides comments to Washington County regarding the proposed
connection. The Task Force is composed of officials and key staff people from the area
and also Mn/DOT and the FHW A. Please feel free to contact your local Task Force
member as indicated below and/or any of the County representatives:
Task Force Contacts
Bay town Township Bill Nelson 439-7118
Brian Nichols 439-7224
Grant Glen Van Wormer 490-2000
Lake Elmo Wyn John 777-5510
Oak Park Heights David Schaaf 439-4439
Stillwater Steve Russell 439-6121
Stillwater Township Sheila-Marie Untiedt 439-6476
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Minnesota Department Mark Krebsbach 582-1115
of Transportation
Federal Highway Administration Bill Lohr 291-6122
Washington County Contacts
County Board
Public Works
Public Works
Wally Abrahamson
Sandy Cullen
Don Theisen
430-6000
430-4330
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APRIL 30, 1997
WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
All written comments received will be considered in the decisions made regarding the Manning Avenue
Connection Environmental Assessment. You may place this sheet in the comment box or mail it to the address
shown on the back. In order to have your comments considered in the decision regarding which alternatives
should be studied further, please return this comment form by May 14, 1997.
Name:
Address:
Representing
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Comments:
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Ms. Sandy Cullen
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Washington County
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RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION APPROVING ACCEPTANCE
OF CONVEYANCE OF LAND, APPROVING
MINOR SUBDIVISION, REAPPORTIONING ASSESSMENTS
INCLUDING THE EXPUNGEMENT OF A PORTION THEREOF
WHEREAS, the City of Stillwater, a Home Rule City of the Third Class is traversed with
wooded ravines that have benefitted the City in their natural state by being used as drainage areas
and green space; and,
WHEREAS, many of the ravines are under private ownership and the City has a policy
that the ravines, if owned by the public, would be more likely to be preserved in their natural and
open space in perpetuity; and,
WHEREAS, Bruce D. Shalles and Constance G. Shalles, husband and wife, have
obtained titled through a tax sale to real estate located within the original Town, now City of
Stillwater, that includes property bisected by Myrtle Street. Some of which lying on the south of
the south line of Myrtle Street and being within a ravine and drainage area. All of which tract is
described in Exhibit "A"; and,
WHEREAS, an agreement has been reached between the Shalles and the City whereby
the Shalles would convey to the City that part of Parcel A lying south of the south line of Myrtle
Street and described in Exhibit "B" and retain, for themselves, that part of Parcel A lying north of .
the north line of Myrtle Street and described in Exhibit "C" in return for a reapportionment of the
assessments due on Parcel A; and, .
WHEREAS, the division of Parcel A into Parcels Band C requires minor subdivision
approval before either parcel may be conveyed separately on instruments of conveyance.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS:
1. That a conveyance from the Shalles to the City of the real estate described in Exhibit
"B" is accepted and the City Staff is authorized and directed to record the conveyance with the'
County Recorder of Washington County.
2. That the subdivision of Parcel A into Parcels Band C is approved and the City Clerk
is authorized to stamp the conveyances in order to indicate to the County Recorder that the deeds
are in recordable form and have been approved by the City.
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3. The City Treasurer is authorized to apportion the assessments as follows:
PARCEL INITIAL ASSESSMENT REVISED ASSESSMENT
B $3,621.92 $0.00
C $676.28 $338.03 paid in full
and the City Treasurer is further authorized to prepare and execute documents necessary to
effectuate the adjustment in assessments including as necessary the abatement of portions
thereof.
4. The City Attorney is authorized and directed to prepare any instruments of
conveyance necessary to facilitate the transfer of Parcel B to the City and to assist in the closing
as is necessary to effectuate this transaction.
Enacted by the City Council of the City of Stillwater this 6th day of May, 1997.
CITY OF STILL WATER
Jay L. Kimble, Mayor
ATTEST:
Modi Weldon, Clerk
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PART OF THE NORTH HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST
QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 28, T30, R20, BEGINNING AT
A POINT OF THE EAST LINE WHERE THE NORTH LINE OF MYRTLE STREET
INTERSECTS; THENCE WEST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF MYRTLE STREET TO A
POINT 100 FEET EAST OF THE EAST LINE OF HARRIET STREET; THENCE NORTH TO
A POINT THAT IS 120.86 FEET SOUTH OF THE NORTH LINE; THENCE EAST TO
BEGINNING; ALSO BEGINNING ON THE SOUTH LINE THEREOF, 75 FEET EAST OF
THE EAST LINE OF HARRIET STREET; THENCE NORTH TO THE SOUTH LINE OF
MYRTLE STREET; THENCE EASTERLY ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF MYRTLE
STREET TO A POINT 95.9 FEET WESTERLY FROM THE WEST LINE OF 6TH STREET;
THENCE SOUTH TO THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID TRACT; THENCE WEST TO THE
POINT OF BEGINNING. THIS TRACT BEING PART OF THE ORIGINAL TOW, NOW
CITY OF STILL WATER.
Exhibit "A"
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PART OF THE NORTH HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST
QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 28, T30, R20, BEGINNING AT
A POINT ON THE SOUTH LINE THEREOF, 75 FEET EAST OF THE EAST LINE OF
HARRIET STREET; THENCE NORTH TO THE SOUTH LINE OF MYRTLE STREET;
THENCE EASTERLY ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF MYRTLE STREET TO A POINT 95.9
FEET WESTERLY FROM THE WEST LINE OF 6TH STREET; THENCE SOUTH TO THE
SOUTH LINE OF SAID TRACT; THENCE WEST TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING.
Exhibit "B"
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PART OF THE NORTH HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST
QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 28, T30, R20, BEGINNING AT
A POINT ON THE EAST LINE WHERE THE NORTH LINE OF MYRTLE STREET
INTERSECTS; THENCE WEST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF MYRTLE STREET TO A
POINT 100 FEET EAST OF THE EAST LINE OF HARRIET STREET; THENCE NORTH TO
A POINT THAT IS 120.86 FEET SOUTH OF THE NORTH LINE; THENCE EAST TO
BEGINNING.
Exhibit "C"
Form No. 28-M-OUIT CI.AIM DEED
I ndividual hi to Corporation
or Partnership
MinnesotA Uniform COnVf'YRnrtl\llr Blank~ C197R)
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No delinquent taxes and transfer entered; Certificate
of Real Estate Value ( ) filed ( ) not required
Certificate of Real Estate Value No.
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County Auditor
by
Deputy
STATE DEED TAX DUE HEREON: $
Date:
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(reserved for recordin~ data)
FOR V ALUABLE CONSIDERATION.
Bruce D. Shalles and Constance G. Shalles
hllsba.n!L.ancLYl~________ . Grantor (s),
(marif<ll stilttJS)
hereby convey (s) and quitclaim (s) to
City of stillwrtter
. Grantee.
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a Municipal Cor::pora t ion
real property in Washington
under the laws of Mi nnf'Sotil
County, Minnesota, described as follows:
PART OF THE NORTH HALF OF THE SCXJI'HEAST OOARTER OF THE NORTHEAST OOARTER OF
THE SOUI'HWEST OOARTER OF SECl'Ioo 28 r T30, R20, BEGINNING AT A POINT 00 THE
SOlJI'H LINE THEREOF, 75 FEEl' EAST OF THE EAST LINE OF HARRIET STREET; THENCE
NORTH 'lD THE SOUTH LINE OF MYRTLE STREET; THENCE EASTERLY ALCNG THE SOUTH LINE
OF MYRTLE STRF'~ 'lD A POINT 95.9 FEET vlESTERLY FRCM THE WEST LINE OF 6TH STREET;
THENCE SOUTH 'lD THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID TRACl'; THENCE WEST 'lD THE POINT OF BEGINNING.
Sellers know of no wells on above described real property.
Total consideration is less than $500.00.
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(if more space is needed, cOlltinue on hack)
together with all hereditaments and appurtenances helonging thereto.
\iri.": \;j,,'.dl :1';" >-':I;~nlL\ I i~'rl'
Bruce D. Shalles
Constance G. Shalles
STATE OF MINNESOTA
COUNTY OF jlASHTNmnN
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The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this
by Hrll("p n ~hrlllp" rlnn r'r.n",t-rln("p r, ~hrlllp"
hll~~nn ::Inn wi fp
NOTARIAL STAMP OR SEAL (OR OTHER TITLE OR RANK)
day of
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, Grantor (s).
SIGNATURE OF PERSON TAKING ACKNOIVLEDGMENT
Tax Statement! tor the real property delllcribed In thillnltrument Ihould
be lent to (Include name and addresl ot Grantn):
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TlIIS INSTRUMENT IV AS DRAFTED BY (N AME AND ADDRESS):
David T. Magnuson (#66400)
Magnuson Law Firm
333 North Main Street
Suite 202
P.O. Box 438
Stillwater, MN 55082
612/439-9464
City Treasurer
City of Stillwater
216 North Fourth Street
Stillwater, MN 55082
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and Council
FR: City Coordinator
RE: Mulberry Ravine plan
DA: May 2, 1997
Accompanying this memo is a letter from Judy Gulden discussing the clean-up of Mulberry
Ravine and the need for more work/study to preserve and protect the ravine. I had the
opportunity to visit with the volunteer clean-up crew during the clean-up and to also walk the
ravine. I was amazed at how much material (generations of junk!) was removed during the clean-
up by the volunteers and I was also made aware of the value of this natural resource.
As Ms. Gulden points out in her letter, I think that a plan for preserving (and restoring) the ravine
is important. I would recommend that Council direct Planning staff to meet with the "Ravine
Project Committee" to develop a plan and to have the Public Works crews look at removing the
buck thorn from the ravine (as time and workload permits). Apparently buck thorn is a non-
native, evasive vegetaion and should be removed.
Finally, Ms. Gulden and the clean-up crew should be highly commended for their hard work.
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Jriends oj" Stillwater ryarks
218 N. Martha Stillwater Minnesota 55082
Phone: 439-8368
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April 27, 1997
Nile Kriesel
Stillwater City Administrator
Stillwater, MN 55082
Dear Nile,
Thank you for your visit, visiting with volunteers and awarding Stillwater
pins on Saturday, April 26. It was a great day and your visit made it even
more special. We registered forty two volunteers! WOW did they work.
We are pleased that you will recommend to the council that a restoration
plan be designed for the Mulberry Ravine. A few subjects we think would be
important to include are:
. Methods for additional clean-up of debris
· Inventory of plants, trees and wildlife
. Removal of evasive vegetation such as buck thorn
· Erosion control
. Walking paths
Mr. Andy Weaver, a biology teacher at the high school, is willing to serve on
a task force to help with planning and implementing restoration. Mr. Weaver
has conducted a number of restoration projects and can help us identify free
county and state services as well as help with grant writing. Mr. Weaver
would be an excellent resource for this project.
I would welcome the opportunity to meet soon to discuss the Mulberry
Ravine and also past accomplishments, current projects and the future of
Friends of Stillwater Parks.
I am available all day Mondays and most Tuesday mornings to meet.
Please feel free to call me at my homer 439-8368 or at the Minnesota Literacy
Council,738-3416.
Thank you again, Nile. After a day of hard work, it meant a lot to the
volunteers to have your acknowledgment. Please thank Martha as well for
giving up a portion of the day to be with us.
It was a terrific day. Thank you for being a part of it.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and Council
FR: City Coordinator
RE: Purchase of land adjacent
to Meadowlark Park
DA: May 2, 1997
Discussion;
The Park and Recreation Commission met with Tim and Signe Cowen at the last Commission
meeting to discuss the possible purchase of land owned by the Cowen's that is adjacent to
Meadowlark Park. The Cowens have expressed an interest in selling the land to the City. The
Commission is requesting that the Council consider purchasing the land - especially land to
provide better access to the park from the north. At this time the City has only a 5' access
easement off of lnterlachen drive. A 20' to 25' access would be more desirable. The attached map
indicates the location of the parcels that are available for purchase. (Also see the attached memo
Steve sent me regarding the land).
Funds to purchase the land are available from park dedication fees. The cost of the land will vary
from about $14,000 to $50,000+ depending upon the amount of land the City desires to purchase.
Lot 9 and part of lot 10 is available for purchase and it is a question of whether additional access
property only is desired (i.e., part of lot 10 only) or whether additional park land is desired (Le.,
the purchase of part of lot 10 and all of lot 9 as well).
Recommendation:
Direct staff (Steve Russell) to meet with the Cowens to negotiate purchase of land adjacent to
Meadowlark Park.
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TO: Nile Kriesel, City Coordinator
FROM: Steve Russell, Community Development Director
DATE: April 24, 1997
SUBJECT: Meadowlark Park Improvements Update
BACKGROUND:
Last year when the Interlachen III subdivision was approved the Parks Board reviewed the park
dedication requirements for that project and recommended to Council the payment of the
development Park Dedication Fees. Meadowlark Park is the neighborhood park in the
"Fairmeadow" area of town and the idea was to improve the condition of the park and to
purchase adjacent land to provide better access for the Interlachen III Development area.
The City has prepared a drainage improvement plan for the park and held a meeting ""ith the
neighbors to go over the improvements (March 27, 1997). The drainage improvements are
scheduled for completion this summer. Follow up meetings will be held with the neighborhood
over the summer to come up with the park activities that will be accommodated by the park (ie.
picnic, play equipment, sport field, basketball court, etc.). It may take more than one year to
make the improvements to the park dependent on the neighborhood desires and final
improvement plan. The park dedication fees can be used to make capital park improvements,
purchase land, improve drainage and otherwise improve this park. Around $50,000 is available
from dedication fee payments.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and Council
FR: City Coordinator
RE: Race from Hudson to Stillwater
DA: May 6, 1997
Discussion:
Final Stretch Inc. is requesting permission to conduct a race that would end at Lowell Park. The
race would originate in Hudson and the runners would come north on HWY 95 to Stillwater.
Final Stretch would also have to obtain permission from MN/DOT and other communities.
If Council approves of the concept Final Stretch should be directed to meet with the Public
Safety and Public Works departments to ensure that public safety concerns are addressed.
Recommendation:
Council consider request for race terminating in stillwater and to direct race organizers to comply
with public safety directives.
FINAL STRETCH INC.
5447 West Bald Eagle Blvd.
St. Paul, MN 55110
(612)653-0596
TO: STILLWATER CITY COUNCIL
ATTN: NILES
DATE: MAY 2nd, 1997
Dear Niles,
The following information is a race proposal for the Gopher
to Badger half marathon. I believe most of the information is
self explanatory) if you have any questions feel free to call.
Final Stretch Inc. Is a race management company that
currently promotes four races a summer throughout the Twin
Cities area) including the Lumberjack Days ] 0 Mile Run, and
Northern Lakes 30k in White Bear Lake. The Gopher to Badger wi I I .
be an annual event with the race course reversing each year, this
year we would propose to have it finish in Stillwater, next year
Hudson, and so on. A portion of the money raised will go to
benefit the StH Iwater and Hudson athletic Departments, we also
foresee a great benefit to the Stillwater business community on
the day of the event.
Thus far we have the permit's from both Hudson, and the
Minnesota Department of Transportation) the course has been
certif led, and we are ready to ro I I, if we receive the go ahead
from St I I1water. Again) I f you have any questions fee I free to
call, thank you in advance for your consideration.
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BADGER TO GOPHER HALF MARATHON (13.1 lVIlLES)
TO:
ATTN:
MN. DOT. - CITY OF HUDSON.
BRUCE HALL. LARS INIPOLA
CATHY MORRIS. BRIAN GRAMENTZ.
February 24th, 1997.
FROlVI:
THE LAST STRETCH INe.
RACE MANAGEMENT COMPANY.
Craig Junkermeier - John Marzitelli.
5447 West Bald Eagle Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55110.
PHONE: 612-653-0596. FAX: 612-653-0596.
DATE: SUNDAY AUGUST 17TH, 8:00A.M.
ROUTE:
ST ART Half Marathon at Hudson Jr. High School parking lot.
From there the runner's will turn Right (west) on Vine street, to
Right (north) on 11 th street, to left (west) on S t. Croix street, to left
(south) on 1 st street, to Right (west) on the pier at which point the
contestants will run 1/2 mile out and 1/2 a mile back, and turn
right (south) on 1 st street, at which point they will run on the bike
path along hwy. 35, and cross over the 94 bridge, remaining on the
bike path, until they hit the Minnesota side, at which point they will
remain on the bike path until they hit HWY. 95, the course will then
run right (north) on HWY. 95 through Lakeland, Bayport, and finish
at Lowell park in Downtown Stillwater. MAP ENCLOSED.
RACE SPECIFICATIONS:
Staging area for the race will take at Lowell Park in downtown
Stillwater, with participants being bused to the starting line at
Hudson Jr. High School. The start and finish lines \vill reverse every
year. Total course mileage is 5.2 miles in Hudson; .5 miles on 94
bridge: 7.4 miles in Minnesota.
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Aid stations will be located off the road at 2.5, 5, 7.5, 10, 12.5,
15, 17.5 miles into the course.
GENERAL TRAFFIC CONTROL:
We will provide five volunteer's to help with traffic control
every mile, in conjunction with other government
recommendations. Cone pick up will take place every 10 minutes as
the event progresses.
LIABILITY INSURANCE:
We will provide required lllsurance and liability coverage to all
governmen tal enti ties.
EVENT SIZE:
750 Runners.
100 Walkers.
ENCLOSURES:
Map of route, other related race information.
BENEFICIARY:
Stillwater Athletic Programs.
Hudson Athletic Programs.
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MEMORANDUM
TO:
Mayor and City Council
FROM:
Klayton Eckles, City Engineer
Jut:
DATE: April 29, 1997
SUBJECT: Grading of Mulberry Point in Preparation of Stage II Levy Project Job No. 9602
DISCUSSION
At the 4:00, May 6th Council Meeting a workshop discussion item is scheduled to discuss the
Stage II Levy Project and a Corp of Engineers representative will be present. Part of the
construction process for the Stage II Levy Project will involve adding up to 10 feet of fill on
Mulberry Point. Much of this fill will be placed on Mulberry Point on a temporary basis in order
to cause the underlying soils to consolidate and compress. Some material is needed to bring
Mulberry Point up to its final elevation. This filling activity needs to take place six months to a
year prior to construction of the Stage II Levy Wall. This project provides the City with a unique
opportunity to use Mulberry Point as a disposal area for the dike material.
Based on some preliminary numbers it appears that virtually all of the material from the recently
reconstructed dike could be used for the filling and pre-loading of Mulberry Point. The
advantage of this would be the reduction in the total time of disruption to Mulberry Point, a
reduction in the cost of hauling the material away from the dike and a reduction in the total cost
of the Stage II Levy Project. In order to proceed with this possibility there are a number of
outstanding issues as follows:
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The Corp of Engineers must approve the concept and deal with a number administrative
Issues.
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The storm sewer in the area of Mulberry Point must be replaced with a temporary pipe.
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The issue of the year to year lease of this land must be reevaluated.
Closing of the boat ramp needs to be resolved.
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Accommodating parking in this area should be addressed and access during and after this
construction work should be addressed.
A representative from the Corp of Engineers will be discussing these issues at the city workshop.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that council consider the possibility of regrading Mulberry Point and then
direct staff to continue to work with the Corp of Engineers and neighboring property owners to
move this concept along as quickly as possible.
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MEMORANDUM
Mayor and Council
City Coordinator
Response to questions submitted
by Charter Commission
May 2, 1997
Accompanying this memo is a list of questions regarding the present CounciVCoordinator
relationship the Charter Commission previously asked me to respond to and the response I gave
to the Charter Commission. I thought it was important that the Council see the actual response I
gave to the Commission as well as the summary (of my response) that the Charter Commission
prepared for the Council.
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Statutory Option Plan B
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Stillwater Plan: City Coordinator
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All administrative Boards are
eliminated. New Boards can
be appointed for advisory pur-
poses, but they can no longer
administrative.
City Manager recommends code
changes.
City Manager sees that all statutes
are enforced.
City Manager plays an integral role
in developing & analyzing alternatives
for the efficient operation of the city.
Manager also is responsible for
creative initiative in developing public
policy alternatives & recommendations.
All city employees report to the Manager.
Only the Manager has the right to a Council
hearing regarding his/her employment.
Contracts & purchases under the sealed
bid limit can be determined by the City
Manager. All other purchases & contracts
shall be let by the Council.
City Manager prepares budget and use
of funds, excluding funds from bond issues,
utility funds, or special assessment funds,
unless so directed by Council. Manager is
also charged with enforcing the budget.
Board of Water, Library Board, and
Charter Commission are created by
Minnesota Statutes. All other commi-
ssions seNe at the Council's will,c;;,'
ie. Advisory Boards & Joint Powers.
City Coordinator, Department Heads, or
City Council Members can recommend
code changes.
City Coordinator has general responsi-
bility. City Attorney must prosecute.
City Coordinator plans & directs admin-
istration of city functions as delegated
by the Council. He/she is further
charged with implementing policies of
the Council.
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City Coordinator is the designated
representative for grievances. City
Council must approve suspensions of
more than 5 days & all discharges.
All formal contracts " must
be approved by Council. Personal
seNices contracts, which include
architectural, engineering, garbage
collection, & legal services don't
require 'bidding.
City Coordinator submits department
budgets to Council. Power of enforce-
ment is not explicit in City
Coordinator job description.
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City Manager appoints/removes City
Attorney, subject to Council approval.
City Manager is appointed by a majority
vote of the City Council.
City Council approves hiring of City
Attorney and all other city employees.
Council is directly involved with
screening & interviewing Dept. Heads.
City Coordinator is appointed by a
majority vote of the City Council.
502 N. Everett Street
Stillwater, Minnesota 55082
April 2, 1997
Nile Kriesel, City Coordinator
City of Stillwater
216 N. 4th Street
Stillwater, Minnesota 55082
Dear Nile:
The Charter Commission is continuing its research on the Council Manager form of government. A5 you
are probably aware, we have requested a workshop with the Council sometime in April or May. We
would like to include Kevin Frazell, City Administrator for Cottage Grove, to contribute to the discussion.
In preparation for the workshop, the Charter Commission is trying to develop a format to assist in the
discussion. We have focused on the difference between a Statutory City's "Option B" Council/Manager
plan and the current role and responsibility of the City Coordinator as defined in the City's Policies and
Procedures Manual.
Because we are a Charter City, we understand that the City government can be any type of hybrid plan.
We don't mean to give anyone the impression that we are proposing any particular structure at this time.
We are just trying to identify what things would need to be considered and addressed by a Charter City, if
it were to convert to a Council Manager plan.
We need you assistance in our efforts. I have enclosed a comparative list, and/or list of questions, to try to
gain clarity between the two governmental structures. If you could take a few minutes to jot some answers
to the questions raised, I would be most appreciative. I think that this might save some time when we
have our workshop. We would welcome any corrections or clarifications that either you or Dave
Magnuson could provide.
I know you are very busy with the renovation of City Hall. If you simply don't have the time to focus on
our request, we will just try to address it during the workshop. Please let me know if you have any
question or corrections to the information provided.
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STATUTORY OPTION B
STILLWATER CITY COORDINATOR
All administrative Boards are
eliminated. New Boards can
be appointed for advisory purposes._
but they are no longer administrative.
Water Board & Library Board
are administrative Boards
Are there others?
City Manager recommends
code changes
Who does this now')
City manager sees that all
statutes are enforced
Who does it now')
City Manager plays an integral role
developing and analyzing alternative
for the efficient operation of the city.
Manager also is responsible for the creative
initiative in developing public policy
alternatives and recommendations..
This area does not appear to be addressed
in the policies and procedures manual.
All City employees report to the Manager.
Only the Manager has a right to a Council
hearing regarding hislher employment.
Any City employee can have a
hearing before the Council if discharged.
Contracts & purchases under $15M can be
determined by the City Manager. (This may
have been revised to be equal to any amount
by which competitive bids are required)
All other purchases & contracts shall
be let by the Council
Do all expenditures require Council
approval?
City Manager prepares budget and use
of funds, but not the funds from bond issues.
utility funds, special assessment funds
unless so directed by Council. Manager also
is charged with enforcing budget
Is this how the budget is currently handled
in Stillwater?
City Manager appoints/ removes City Attorney.
subject to Council approval.
Is the Attorney currentIy appointed by
the Council?
City Manager is appointed by a majority of
the City Council.
How is the City Coordinator appointed?
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CITY COORDINATOR
RESPONSE TO QUESTIONS
SUBMITTED BY CHARTER COMMISSION
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Commissions
In addition to the Library Board, Board of Water and the Charter Commissions (which are
created by Minnesota Statutes), the City has several standing commissions. They have been
created by ordinance or in the case of the Solid Waste Advisory Commission by resolution and
in the case of the two (2) Water Management Organizations and the Central St. Croix Valley
Joint Cable Communication Commission by "Joint Powers" agreements (obligations permitted
by Statute).
Most are advisory boards but some also have been granted authority to perform a specific
function (such as the Park and Recreation Board which may "lease real or personal property for
public recreational or park use for periods not longer than one year" - from City Code Chapter
48). I believe the City Council has the authority to eliminate or modify advisory commissions at
the Councils will (i.e., by ordinance or by resolution amending or rescinding).The agreements for
the "Joint Powers" organizations contain provisions for dissolving or modifying commissions.
The commissions are as follows (also see attached summary information):
Advisory Boards-
Downtown Parking Commission (resolution)
Heritage Preservation Commission
Human Rights Commission
Park and Recreation Commission
Planning Commission
Solid Waste Advisory Commission (resolution)
Stillwater Port Authority Commission
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Joint Powers-
Central St. Croix Valley Joint Cable Communication Commission
Browns Creek Water management Organization (recently dissolved)
Middle River Water Management Organization
These boards and commissions are very important. Not so much for efficiency, but to allow
citizens to "participate' in their government. In other words their existence assures that the
Council does not operate in a vacuum because the decision making of the Council is strongly
influenced by these "citizen" boards.
Code chan~es
The City Code is a compilation of current adopted ordinances. The City Coordinator often
recommends code changes. However, there aren't any specific rules or policy for recommending
code changes in the present system. Code changes are usually the result of an identified need that
arises during the normal course of business and any department head (or Councilmember) may
recommend a code change. It is the responsibility of the City Attorney to draft the ordinance for
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council consideration and adoption. The City Attorney also converts ordinances to "code" form.
Enforcement of statutes.
The City Coordinator has general responsibility for ensuring that codes are enforced and up to
date. The City Attorney has prosecutorial responsibility.
Operation and public policy
General responsibility of City Coordinator (see attached position description).
Employment
The City has a "chain of command" organizational structure. The City Coordinator directly
supervises all department supervisors who in turn supervise the employees within their
department. The City also has five collective bargaining agreements which cover all employees
except the City Coordinator, Administrative Assistant and part time and seasonal employees.
The collective bargaining agreements are administered by the City Coordinator and provide
specific procedures for employee discipline including discharge. The agreements also contain a
grievance procedure article that give employees the opportunity to grieve any disciplinary action
or disagreement as to the interpretation or application of the specific terms and conditions of the
agreement. The City Coordinator is the employee designated representative for grievances.
The Policy and Procedures Manual grants employees the right to a hearing before the City
Council on any disciplinary action (the employee would still be allowed to follow the grievance
procedure if the Council upheld any disciplinary action). The Policy and Procedures Manual
provides that suspensions of more than five (5) days and any discharges must be approved by the
City Council. The City Coordinator or a department head with the consent of the City
Coordinator may suspend, without pay, an employee for up to four days.
Contracts and purchases
All formal contracts must be approved by the Council. Minnesota Statutes (Uniform Contracting
Law) require formal bids for purchases over $25,000 except for personal services such as
architectural, engineering, other consulting and legal services, and even garbage collection.
Personal service contracts can be negotiated without a formal bidding process. Purchases that are
specifically included in the budget for operations, except capital outlay items (e.g., vehicles,
computers, equipment, etc.), can be purchased by the department head. Howevet, the City has a
purchase order system in place and a purchase order must be signed by either the City
Coordinator or the Finance Director for all purchases. The City Council must approve the
purchase of all capital outlay items even if initially included in the budget.
-Budget preparation
Yes. See position description for City Coordinator.
City Attorney and other hires
City Council approves hiring of City Attorney and all other city employees. In the past 5-8 years
the City Council has not been involved in the selection process for non-supervisory personnel.
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However, past and present (within the past four years) City Councils have been directly involved
in the selection process including screening and interviewing of candidates for department head
positions (i.e., City Coordinator, Engineer, Finance Director, Fire Chief, Police Chief,
Community Development Director, Building Official, Public Works Director and City Clerk).
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City Coordinator appointment
Appointed by majority vote of City Council.
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# Name/Address PID Original EMV Assessor
Recommendation
ROd D~ i\~ l..1. Land; :l5~ C 0 CJ No Change
33- 30 -.J.O" Bldg; (, 8 7 C) 0 ~ Reduction or; De 0 to
;11 g~I.." l.f +~ Sf land; .;; ("J 0 ~ 0
S'c. 93 700 bldg; ~ 8 ~ (! C)
/:1.. - 00 I Z- TOTAL
TOTAL g? /()O
Land; .2 S- () 0 d X No Change
~cJ D~ K~ '-\, 3'3 - 30'- ::2.0- t.I J 300 _ Reduction or_ to
Bldg; land;
/8 'i1C: ~. tj-0 ~f TOTAL ft,(,., 300
/"--001( bldg;
TOTAL
~f\~y I ~ u.. I('tNJ,,; c:..i( Land; ~ S- COO ..... _ No Change
~S... 3t ~ :2.. (i ~ ,,~ ;'00 ;><: Reduction of r /0 0 to
2 ELm S t.o Bldg; land; ~5"ooo-
L.f :l. I W. ;1 J-C 0 79 TOTAL 9'3 AOO bldg; blf 100
i
I TOTAL ~9Ioc:..l
Land; ~S-l) 0 0 X No Change
i f:lf\-; C:..f\.
13 C.ovbdt 33-3o-~o- Bldg; 'II ~- 0 0 _Reduction or_ to
land;
8/3 51.'. 3/~' st. 1/ - COlf'!: TOTAL II (, '5 (j () bldg;
I
TOTAL
VALt.y; <or... N\~NN,' s~~{t(~ )..}- ]0 - ~CJ Land; ~ S-c c. c 2s.. No Change
Bldg; V ~.1. 0 0 _ Reduction or_ to
tf ;3/'2.. 1'1, Is.!. Yf. '13-0079 land;
TOTAL"':3 ~ oCt bldg;
TOTAL
Board
Action
Assessor Comments
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I'" - d ~ <I 7
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Original EMV
Land; S" ("" C; 0 0
Bldg; -. 0 --
TOTAL.S ~9 ~ b
Land; i)" 0 C C
Bldg; 3 <r ~ '3 c.) c>
TOTAL ~bg 3a 0
Land; 'IS" on 0
Bldg:! S' :l-. q c 0
TOTAL~:1. '7 900
Land; ~O 000
Bldg; 7'1 q 60
TOTAL q tf Cr (} CJ
land;
Bldg;
TOTAL
Assessor
Recommendation
Board
Action
Assessor Comments
~ No Change
_ Reduction of_ to
land;
l!.CW>\O\I frcf~V"+'1
bldg;
TOTAL
No Change
X Reduction of 1~,900 to
land; '7:2, 0 e C;
bldg; 3 '71 4-00
TOTAL L/ l.J ti 00
X' No Change
_ Reduction of_ to
land;
(!.~."""'. pri;:r.loL.'t~/ S~o!.-
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......'\A '" J~ 0 '.- ~ ~.-
Ql.{ot:Of.J$ ONL.y
bldg;
TOTAL
No Change
X Reduction of 7800 to
land; ~ C of) ()
bldg; (., '7 I () rJ
TOTAL 87/00
X No Change
_ Reduction of_ to
land;
Ilrp+. '1-13--;7 "J~NJ,
to.v...\:.. -t c..i't'>""\r\
Ct! ,""....,. ri-c p~~.+ 7'
bldg;
TOTAL
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# Name/Address PID Original EMV
::Lv A t..J kJ~', s ~ ~ 1- "3 0 - 20'" Land; , 9 9 () 0
9 Ie 7 4klO!~: J ~ t>~ /c{- 0039 Bldg; / 0 ~ 70 0
TOTAL /7." It, cO
"... WA~L(ej sf- Land' ~S-OO 0
5 I '('Y' ~ ;u- 30 -;2.. 0- t
/0 /),/ N, Mtt 'r-+ h. t\ )f. Bldg; 79800
3/- 6clY TOTAL ItJ tf goo
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I Land; I~ () 0 C!J
11111 -r;tY\ ~. t'o{ + AJ-.)
~ }1 ~ 3 c - ~Ci ~ J~ 700
gc9 N. 4+f! St_ Bldg;
I 1'2.. - aO/O TOTAL /0 t}10()
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I f\th~'yl ko tLl1NJ~y )../- '3 tl - '" (J - Land; .:? 5- 00 0
! I~ /1/5" N, I sf )1-. l/3- 003J- Bldg; (po 300
TOTAL 8 5 3 CiO
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ALL~~ S(filS~
70 fj 5 ~ I 5 f~ ~f.
Land; ~O 000
7'3. .:::C - :1-0-
Bid 1 '1 0 0 ()
/ 2.. - 0 0 l" 1- g;
TOTAL 9100 ()
Assessor
Recommendation
Board
Action
Assessor Comments
No Change
X Reduction of 31:co to
land; If. ~(\O-
bldg;/ 0" 7 () 0
TOTAL /17 COO
X No Change
Reduction of to
land; -
s~~'-v fh "L~.......
I1pt. 'f-z ~ -Y'7r 9:ec Ltl~.c'r
1::,., I t' ,-f Ie..... V"'\ L I.( ~ ,1/ ff ~Il ~ .s:
rle_
bldg;
TOTAL
X No Change
Reduction of to
land; -
1\IC...S;J~",e.",- - (jl"~d"ONJ.' ONly
bldg;
TOTAL
X No Change
Reduction or to
land; -
@uotsf ; ~ NoS CJfljLy
bldg;
TOTAL
X No Change
Reduction of to
land; -
cpl.4."'-s.f J 0,,", S
OLN'j
bldg;
TOTAL
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WASHINGTON COUNTY LOCAL BOARD CHANGE AUTHORIZATION
(Change Orders to be attached to Local Board Sheets)
Page
of
Local Board
Approval 0 Denied 0
Address /3...(..2.. No. m /i" 1'" h ~
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Reason: "-1- 'I-~7 .I,N'~\ .~v I.^-<;f'....".'f:c^'" - H~-.'L """ Nt..A_d ~.{'
,-,.~t'~..J ....s "0....$ <L,.. - C..CI...........c....-t bt"'~\o C>A\-I"\ dA1 A
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Municipality: S II L L v.J A f e \r
//.'5" S- - 3f1o 0
Parcel/Geo/Code: ~ / - 30- .2. cJ ~ 3 Y ~ (') 0 3 r
Name C/n; s
8~ I-Jov f
R't-p"'.... .., (,...p""./;"'j. t311~(c I'ot',,--t.. tvl'l$:
P...... <:""h ... J' ~ J Apt-ie.. 97 -l'~ '" (I bo 00 f!)
ORIGINAL EMV: CHANGE TO EMV:
Class Land Building Value Class Land Building Value Difference:
Code Total: Code Total:
2.~/-f .:to co 0 5<;" ,,00 '7 5"~o C) J..c/-( 'Z.O 000 ~91o () 16 l/O c)
ORIGINAL LIMITED: CHANGED LIMITED:
Land Building Total:
Date: t/. - 7 - 'q 7-
Initials:
AY
New Improvements:
(After Change)
Computer Updated: CAMA g"; 400 0
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WASHINGTON COUNTY LOCAL BOARD CHANGE AUTHORIZATION
(Change Orders to be attached to Local Board Sheets)
Page
of
Local Board
Approval 0 Denied 0
Address / 0 0 .2..
N..
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Municipality: S" I ( t l W f-\ r E R..
9 ~ 70 ~ 3.:.\ ~ 0
Parcel/Geo/Code: ~ '8 - 30 - ~o - 1;Z - C a 37
Name F'l4....d \:.;C: ~rc::
~A Si'"Q. t+
Reason: c::..-~Aj<o,.J 1Q.. ~~f- +a fI J~, 9~o I Ne..'-4..J
t!.-CMl s:f\-I.< <:..t: 01\,,) u...>A S' 't '\J 1\ c;: ~ f(' e 0 0 .
f
ORIGINAL EMV: CHANGE TO EMV:
Class Land Building Value Class Land Building Value Difference:
Code Total: Code Total:
~o { - ( ::<5- 6~O S- I <; 0 d '!r')croo ~o 1- I ~ S- a () 0 C)'/90(:) 7 (.0 100 -0-
ORIGINAL LIMITED: CHANGED LIMITED:
Land Building Total:
Date:
~/ - 7 - ~ 7-
Initials: ft(
New Improvements:
(After Change)
Computer Updated: CAMA.i2\; 400 0
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WASHINGTON COUNTY LOCAL BOARD CHANGE AUTHORIZATION
(Change Orders to be attached to Local Board Sheets)
Page
of
Local Board
Approval 0 Denied 0
Address 'I/o W
fYJApLL ').f..
Municipality: S to' Lc (AJ 1/ f~ ~
III 5" ~- - 7 5""' 0 0
Parcel/Geo/Code: ,;} g ~ 3 0 ~ ~ 0 - :21 - 0 I -I <0
Name M LA J S +(l"'~
Reason: L/-3- 9?
f", f-t,.\r:uor- fNS/,,-,c.f:'r-J
.. ~ Ii J-\ It e.- Cl .. \-~ <:.-~: G >v -.!
ORIGINAL EMV: CHANGE TO EMV:
Class Land Building Value Class Land Building Value Difference:
Code Total: Code Total:
~o/-I .:lS~cO(J ~3 S-o CJ ~ g '5' 00 ;/0 I-I tiJ. }'-CJ 0 CI 3 &, bo-o & / &'00 CJ9tJO
ORIGINAL LIMITED: CHANGED LIMITED:
Land Building Total:
Date: ~ - 7 - 9 7-
Initials: ~ i
, I
New Improvements:
(After Change)
Computer Updated: CAMA ~ ; 400 0
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WASHINGTON COUNTY LOCAL BOARD CHANGE AUTHORIZATION
(Change Orders to be attached to Local Board Sheets)
Page
of
Local Board
Approval 0 Denied 0
Name 2 J e.. or+ fY\ A N
HAR.V~'f
Municipality: 5 r" L L <.0 1-\ f--c y
Address 61 3 0 u...l ~rv S 1'./ 0 rft..
Parcel/Geo/Code: 110 go.. f.c, ;V;o
..<8.. 30";l,o ~ ~3- () 07 g
Reason: Lo<:../1,,/-'o"'-.) - "../~....f -t~ CO/'>1"""~\rc..:~/ 'PL -\.. f-~( (BAL>!r-,^p)
r ..,'-' L, rOF v- ,'Or.... .::>1'\.....
3 - 2,>- - 'I f. r N t-t.r: (,v IN S'p ~(;...:t : C ro.J
ORIGINAL EMV: CHANGE TO EMV:
Class Land Building Value Class Land Building Value Difference:
Code Total: Code Total:
J..o/-{ 2$-000 .S 7 100 51 ~ 160 ~o/-( ~o 000 ,~7 /00 7 7 /0 () 5000
ORIGINAL LIMITED: CHANGED LIMITED: .
Land Building Total:
Date: c3 - :t 7 - 9 7-
Initials: /5 rJ
d
New Improvements:
(After Change)
Computer Updated: CAMA 0 ; 400 D
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WASHINGTON COUNTY LOCAL BOARD CHANGE AUTHORIZATION
(Change Orders to be attached to Local Board Sheets)
Page
of
Local Board
Approval 0 Denied 0
Address tf I &, So. . 0 \...AJ ~.\j .r
ST
Municipality: S '/1 LL W 11 r E R...
9790- 330cJ
Parcel/Geo/Code: ,;l.. K - 3".- ;2. 0 - 3 3 - 0 () 7 ()
Name Ed I'Y\O '" J.
,.-
I- r uv e..:tt ~
Reason: ,-/-1S--97 J:Nf-t...v'.~v Lr-..rp<:.-cfJot-,J - ,-<:::>'<:'r~~t ~A.M.A. (n.~.;);...J ~~~~J
ORIGINAL EMV: CHANGE TO EMV:
Class Land Building Value Class Land Building Value Difference:
Code Total: Code Total:
~t1 {-I ~5"c.cCJ Cot./- 30(j g93CJO '2.. 0 (-I ~c:;-ooo 59/00 ~V 100 5-;"00
ORIGINAL LIMITED: CHANGED LIMITED:
Land Building Total:
Date: '1- /5' - 'l f-
Initials: /S vf
/
New Improvements:
(After Change)
Computer Updated: CAMA 0 ; 400 D
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WASHINGTON COUNTY LOCAL BOARD CHANGE AUTHORIZATION
(Change Orders to be attached to Local Board Sheets)
Page
of
Local Board
Approval 0 Denied 0
Name k y IV .l. S' (- I< ~ t... ~
Municipality: S 1,' L.L w "t J..~y
<.} 9 ^ c.. - ^ (! "7 .,-
Parcel/Geo/Code: .;l 9 - "3 Q - ~ 0.. 1;2., - 0 0 ':3 :3
Address 73'7 G \' ~ ~~ 1lA)', ~l Willy
Reason: tf-'3-9'7 .:C,,"f-~..,.:CV :C'~S'I'''\;....f:~,...., - ~~ Ar!.l"fl1s',C ~ c.e\'~'-0i ~AMA
ORIGINAL EMV: CHANGE TO EMV:
Class Land Building Value Class Land Building Value Difference:
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CITY OF STILLWATER
CITY COUNCIL MEETING NO. 97-10
April 15, 1997
SPECIAL MEETING
4:30 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by Vice Mayor Thole at 4:30 p.m.
Present:
Councilmembers Bealka, Thole and Zoller
Absent:
Mayor Kimble (arrived 5:10 p.m.) and Councilmember Cummings (arrived 4:55
p.m.)
Also Present: City Coordinator Kriesel
City Attorney Magnuson
Finance Director Deblon
City Engineer Eckles
Fire Chief Ness
Police Chief Beberg
Parks Director Thomsen
Community Development Director Russell
Building Inspector Zepper
Public Works Director Junker
Consulting Engineer Hahn
City Clerk Weldon
Press:
Julie Kink, The Courier
Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette
1. Workshop: Five Year CIP
(including discussion of refurbishing Pumper No. 6107)
City Coordinator Kriesel presented an overview of the proposed five-year operation capital
improvement program. Mr. Kriesel explained that the five-year CIP contained two parts - an
operations budget and a potential projects budget. Only the operations budget was being
presented for Council adoption at this time.
Council confirmed the CIP was only a planning tool and final approval of individual items
would still be necessary, as in past policy.
Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to adopt Resolution No.
97-92 adopting the 5-year annual operations CIP.
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Ayes: Councilmembers Zoller, Bealka, Thole and Mayor Kimble
Nays: None
The request for the purchase of a new pumper and various financing options were discussed.
Council expressed concern regarding available funding.
Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cummings approving the
purchase of a pumper truck for the fire department.
2-3 (Bealka, Cummings, Zoller nay) Motion defeated.
2. Other Business
City Attorney Magnuson presented Council with an addendum to the Compass Development
Services clarifying contact terms by adding after the sentence "A $10,000 down payment is
due at execution of this contract" the following: "The down payment (original retainer) will
be deducted from the final billing".
Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka to approve Resolution
No. 97-93 approving addendum to contract with Compass Development Services, clarifying
contract terms.
Ayes: Councilmembers Cummings, Zoller, Bealka, Thole and Mayor Kimble
Nays: None
City Administrator Kriesel requested Council approve the purchase of a 4 door utility vehicle
for Public Works at an estimated cost of $25,000. He explained that a used vehicle at the
approximate cost of$15,000 had been requested due to budgetary constraints, but he felt a
used vehicle would be substandard.
Motion by Councilmember Bealka, seconded by Councilmember Zoller approving the purchase
of a 4 door utility vehicle for Public Works at an estimated cost of $25,000. All in favor.
City Administrator Kriesel also reported the Stillwater Area Chamber of Commerce All-
Cities Banquet will be held April 29 at the Grand Banquet Hall. Wisconsin Governor
Thompson and Minnesota Governor Carlson are the keynote speakers.
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Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Thole directing City
Coordinator to reserve sponsor tables at the Stillwater Area Chamber All-Cities Banquet. All in
favor.
City Administrator Kriesel reported a request has been received from John Roettger for a
workshop to discuss the proposed development of the old UBC and 2nd/Olive sites.
Motion by Councilmember Bealka, seconded by Councilmember Zoller setting a workshop for
April 29 at 4:00 p.m. with John Roettger to discuss proposed development of the old UBC and
2nd/Olive sites. All in favor.
Councilmember Thole reported Bruce and Connie Shalles had requested reconsideration of
the reduction of assessments on PID 9028-2320.
Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Bealka, directing Finance
Director to work with Bruce and Connie Shalles regarding request for reconsideration of
reduction of assessments on PID 9028-2320. All in favor.
Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Thole to recess at 6: 10
p.m. All in favor.
Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
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CITY OF STILLWATER
CITY COUNCIL MEETING NO. 97-10
April 15, 1997
REGULAR MEETING
7:00 P.M.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kimble at 7:00 p.m.
Present: Councilmembers Bealka, Cummings, Thole, Zoller and Mayor Kimble
Also Present: City Coordinator Kriesel
City Attorney Magnuson
City Engineer Eckles
Community Development Director Russell
Police Chief Beberg
Consulting Engineer D. Moore
City Clerk Weldon
Press:
Julie Kink, The Courier
Mike Marsnik, Stillwater Gazette
APPROV AL OF MINUTES -
Motion by Councilmember Bealka, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to approve the
minutes of April 1, 1997, Regular and Recessed Meetings. All in favor.
PETITIONS. INDIVIDUALS. DELEGATIONS & COMMENDATIONS
Mayor expressed thanks to community members and staff for the extraordinary efforts and
assistance in the building of the dike and flood control.
CONSENT AGENDA *
Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Bealka approving consent
agenda.
Ayes: Councilmembers Zoller, Bealka, Thole and Mayor Kimble
Nays: None
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1. Resolution No. 97-87: Directing Payment of Bills.
2. Purchase of camera equipment - Police Dept.
3. Contractors Licenses: Adolfson & Peterson, Mpls.; Gen. Contractor (New); Custom Drywall,
North St. Paul (New); Belair Excavating, New Brighton (New)
4. Purchase of computer program Arch View upgrade - Planning Dept.
5. Resolution No. 97-88: Approving grant application for 4th Street Ravine Project
6. Upgrade power panels for ballfields and tennis courts at Lily Lake
7. Purchase of truck - Parks Dept.
8. Resolution 97-89: Proposal Requests Nos. 27, 28, and 30 - City Hall Project
9. Resolution 97-90:Amended AFSCME salary and longevity schedule for Civil Engineer
10. Utility Bill adjustments
11. Resolution 97-91:Extending Fire Protection Contracts
STAFF REPORTS
1. Police Chief Beberg explained the requested authorization to purchase a 35mm camera and
related equipment for an approximate cost of$I,370. He reported this was the best price of
three quotes and funds would come from the drug forfeiture account. Action taken on
consent agenda.
2. Community Dev. Director Russell reported good progress is being made on the AUAR and a
final report is expected to be completed shortly.
3. City Engineer Eckles updated Council on flood control activities.
4. City Clerk Weldon reminded Council the Board of Review will be held Wednesday, April
16, from 4-6 p.m. at the Stillwater Library.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Job. No. 9623, Oak Glen Addition to Stillwater Detention Pond No.3 Storm Outlet. This is
the day and time for the public hearing to consider storm sewer improvements for the Oak
Glen Addition to Stillwater Detention Pond No.3 Emergency High Water Overflow, pursuant
to Minnesota Statutes, Section 429.011 to 429.111., within the following described boundary:
the north boundary is Browns Creek; the east boundary is a line 1000 feet east of County Rd
5; the south boundary is West Sycamore Street and Amundson Drive; the west boundary is a
line 500 feet west of Amundson Lane and Johnson Drive. Notice of the hearing was placed in
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the Stillwater Gazette on April 2, 1997 and April 11, 1997, and notices mailed to affected
property owners.
Consulting Engineer Moore presented an overview of the technical aspects of the project;
City Engineer Eckles presented the financial aspects.
The Mayor opened the public hearing.
1. Burton Dvergsdal, 1001 N. Everett St.
Comments were intended for 4th and Elm Street Ravine public hearing and he reserved his
comments until that time.
2. Tom Thiets, 1701 Johnson Drive, stated the problem is between the builder and the property
owner; the neighbors should not be responsible for paying to correct a problem originated by
the builder. He also stated Oak Glen's eighth fairway contributes to the problem.
3. Peter Beyers, 1615 Johnson Drive (owner of the lot that floods) explained he received a
permit and the builder said his plan was buildable for the lot. He also felt it was a
neighborhood issue because the drainage came from all their homes.
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4. Don Schoff, 212 W. Maple St., felt the developer should have been forced to build an outlet at
the time of development.
5. Bud Lanning, 1725 Johnson Drive, stated his lots adjoins the pond and, even after heavy
rains, the pond had never overflowed; the only problem was on the Beyers property.
6. Michele Bachmann, 1801 Johnson Court Drive, stated the installation of proper storm sewers
was the responsibility of the developer; the property owners paid their share when they
purchased the lot. She suggested the City attempt to charge the Johnson estate for the storm
sewer improvements that the property owners had expected as part of their purchase.
Magnuson explained the City had already pursued the option without success.
7. Dick Edstrom, Stillwater Country Club, stated the Stillwater Country Club did not contribute
to the runoff problem.
8. Roger Schinstine, 1605 Johnson Drive, suggested the City purchase the tax forfeit parcels on
Johnson Drive, sell them, and use the profit to pay for the storm sewer improvements.
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City Coordinator Kriesel explained it would not be legal for the City to resell the property; it
must be for public use only, such as parks or drainage areas.
9. Zach Fore, 1800 Johnson Drive, stated payments for improvements should be made when the
property is purchased, not at some unknown date.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cummings denying
improvement and preparation of plans and specifications, Oak Glen Addition to Stillwater
Detention Pond No.3 Emergency High Water Overflow Storm Sewer Improvements (Job No.
9623) All in favor.
Council directed staffto work with Mr. Beyers regarding mitigation of drainage issues on his
property .
Recessed at 8:40 p.m. Reconvened at 8:50 p.m.
Job No. 9606-1, 4th and Elm Street Ravine Storm Sewer Improvements. This is the day and
time for the public hearing to consider storm sewer improvements for what is know as the 4th
and Elm Street Ravine, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 429.011 to 429.111, within
the following described boundary: the north boundary is West Wilkins Street; the east
boundary is North 2nd Street; the south boundary is West Laurel Street; the west boundary is
North Owens Street. Notice of the hearing was placed in the Stillwater Gazette on April 2,
1997, and April 11, 1997, and notices mailed to affected property owners.
Consulting Engineer Moore presented an overview of the design and technical aspects of the
project; Eckles presented the financial aspects.
The mayor opened the public hearing.
1. Burton Dvergsdal, 1001 N. Everett St., stated he objected to improving the property of others
at his expense; all improvements should come out of City funds. If assessed, he endorsed
having a higher assessment for those with greater benefit.
2. Don Schoff, 212 W. Maple St, expressed concern with how much fill would be used, how
many trees would be removed, and the route and use of trucks and equipment in the ravine.
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3. Karen Underhill, 620 W. Maple, requested the City preserve, not just fill the ravine, and
invest in natural plants for restoration, not just grass. She also agreed the exposed sewer pipe
needs to be fixed. She suggested forming a neighborhood committee to work with the City
on the design of the ravine.
4. Vernon Kumerow, 309 W. Laurel, reported a portion of his property drained in two
directions.
5. John Ludwig, 722 N. 3rd Street, expressed concerns with the loss of trees and resulting
erosion. He suggested trees be replanted where removed. He stated he had already stabilized
his property on the ravine, and the project would be a loss to him, not a benefit.
6. Tim Stefan, 809 N. 4th Street, requested the City look at overland solutions to the drainage in
order to use surface water as an amenity. He also requested the 4th Street catch basin by the
telephone pole be included in the project. He asked if the City would be acquiring walkway
easements in the ravines. Eckles stated the easements would be for drainage and repair.
Stefan also stated the City should hold to the same standards for historical preservation as it
requires of developers.
7. Chuck Logan, 713 N. 4th Street, expressed concern the leveled area could become a park. He
also stated the roots of trees hold the sides of ravine and will weaken the ravine if removed.
He suggested hardening the sides of the sanitary sewer pipe rather than covering it.
8. John Sutherland, 902 N. 2nd Street, agreed it was necessary to fix the exposed sanitary sewer
pipe, but felt the other part was not necessary; the ravine should be left wild.
9. Chris Lentz, 718 N. 3rd Street, was concerned with the amount offill to be used and the
damage to slopes from the road that will be needed for trucks to pass through the bottom of
the ravine.
10. Elwood Johnson, Seventh-day Adventist Church, 5th and Laurel, requested clarification on
the condition of the stone culvert, pipe sizing, erosion mats, and other options available. He
congratulated the City on the plan and the attempt to spread the cost.
11. Scott Thorson, 703 N. 4th Street, asked if the design was adequate for the long-term. He also
asked if 4th Street could be included in the project and if the exposed sanitary sewer pipe
could be left exposed by using stronger pipe. Consulting Engineer Moore stated the project
was designed for the long-term, and an exposed pipe would eventually settle and have joint
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problems.
12. Jason Rudie, 602 N. 5th St., stated the engineers were only looking at one issue...engineering,
and not considering nature.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Recessed at 10:30 p.m. Reconvened at 10:40 p.m.
Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Thole adopting Resolution
No. 97-94 ordering improvement and preparation of plans and specifications, for the 4th Street
and Elm Street Ravine Storm Sewer Improvements and authorizing City Attorney to begin
eminent domain proceedings for the acquisition of easements (Job No. 9626, formerly 9606-1).
Ayes: Councilmembers Zoller, Bealka, Thole and Mayor Kimble
Nays: None
Council directed the engineers consider the views expressed regarding alternatives and the
preservation trees and of the natural character of the ravine.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Update: Meadowlark Park improvement
Community Development Director Russell reported on the meeting held March 27, 1997,
with neighbors, Jim Peterson of Trailhead Development, and Park Director Thomsen
regarding drainage improvements to Meadowlark Park. Park and Planning staff will meet
with neighbors and Park Board members on developing a redesign plan for use of the park.
Staff will return to Council with a recommendation for a contract for grading and a park
improvement plan.
Councilmember Bealka asked to be notified of next meeting.
No action necessary.
2. Follow-up to parking complaint for Valley Preschool.
Community Development Director Russell reported a neighborhood meeting was held March
19, 1997, at Valley Preschool with neighbors, Board members of the Preschool, Officer
Dauffenbach, and Councilmember Cummings. Various parking alternatives, including
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possible leasing neighbor driveway space for off-street employee parking, were discussed.
He stated Valley Preschool comes under the same parking regulations as other resident
parkers in the area and will abide by those regulations. No action necessary.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Purchase of fax machine - Administration
City Coordinator Kriesel reported the administration fax machine is out of order and too old
to be serviced. He requested authorization to purchase a new fax machine.
Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cummings authorizing purchase
of a fax machine for theAdministration Department. All in favor.
STAFF REPORTS (continued)
City Attorney Magnuson reported on the construction of the holding pond at the Colonial
Craft site, and requested Council direction on the advance of funds to Colonial Craft for soil
correction.
Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Thole to adopt Resolution
No. 97-95 approving advancement of funds to Colonial Craft for soil correction. All in favor.
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Community Development Director Russell reported a meeting with DTED and the financial
consultant will.be held at 1:30 Thursday, March 17, at Colonial Craft. He requested a
representative of the City be present.
City Attorney Magnuson requested Council appoint Shawn Sanders as alternate
representative to the Middle River Watershed Management Organization.
Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cummings to adopt Resolution
No. 97-96 appointing Shawn Sanders as alternate representative to Middle River Watershed
Management Organization. All in favor.
City Coordinator Kriesel requested authorization for payment of $1 0,000 Compass
Development and $20,000 to St. Croix Events (Lumberjack Days Festival Association).
Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Thole authorizing addition
of the following to list of bills for payment: $10,000 Compass Development and $20,000 to St.
Croix Events. All in favor.
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City Coordinator Kriesel requested that the City Enginner determine method and to dispose of
flood control salvage materials.
Motion by Councilmember Thole, seconded by Councilmember Cummings authorizing City
Engineer to determine method and to dispose of flood control salvage materials. All in favor.
City Coordinator Kriesel requested setting up a workshop with the Charter Commission for
May 6, 1997 at 4:30 p.m.
Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Thole setting a workshop
with the Charter Commission for May 6, 1997 at 4:30 p.m. All in favor.
Motion by Councilmember Cummings, seconded by Councilmember Thole to adjourn at 11 :00
p.m. All in favor.
Mayor
Attest:
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Resolution No. 97-87: Directing Payment of Bills
Resolution No. 97-88: Approving grant application for 4th Street Ravine Project
Resolution No. 97-89: Proposal Requests Nos. 27,28, and 30 - City Hall Project
Resolution No. 97-90: Amended AFSCME salary and longevity schedule for Civil Engineer
Resolution No. 97-91: Extending Fire Protection Contracts
Resolution No. 97- 92: Adopting the 5-year CIP as a planning tool.
Resolution No. 97-93: Approving Addendum to Contract with Compass Development Services,
clarifying contract terms.
Resolution No. 97-94 ordering improvement and preparation of plans and specifications, for the
4th Street and Elm Street Ravine Storm Sewer Improvements and authorizing City Attorney to
begin eminent domain proceedings for the acquisition of easements (Job No. 9626, formerly
9606-1 ).
Resolution No. 97-95 approving advancement of funds to Colonial Craft for soil correction.
Resolution No. 97-96 appointing Shawn Sanders as alternate representative to Middle River
Watershed Management Organization. All in favor.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and Council
F.R.: City Coordinator
RE: Recognition for Scouts
who worked on dike
DA: May 2, 1997
A delegation of Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts will be at the 7:00 meeting Tuesday. Mayor Kimble
will present the Scouts with a proclamation in recognition of the great work they performed in
helping the City construct the dike.
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WHEREAS, the Motto for Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts includes the promise to be prepared, to
do a goodtum daily and to do their best; and
WHEREAS, Scouts further promise to:
1. Do their best to do their duty to God and Country.
2. Help other people.
3. Obey the Scout Law and the Law of the Pack.
4. Keep themselves physically fit, mentally awake and morally straight.; and
WHEREAS, during the high waters of the spring of 1997, the City of Stillwater found it
necessary to construct an earthen dike to save the historic buildings in the downtown area from
flood damage and to prevent downtown businesses from suffering severe economic loss; and
WHEREAS, the following Cub Scout packs and Boy Scout troops contributed significantly to
the construction ofthe dike by filling, tieing and transporting over 11,000 sand bags, often
during adverse weather conditions:
Cub Scout Pack 114
Cub Scout Pack 125
Cub Scout Pack 132
Cub Scout Pack 249
Boy Scout Troop 114
Boy Scout Troop 125
Boy Scout Troop 132
Boy Scout Troop 249
Boy Scout Troop 169 (Withrow)
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WHEREAS, the Scouts who participated in the construction of the dike were prepared to do
their best and did indeed perform a good turn and through their volunteerism lived up to the
promises they made as Scouts.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that I, Jay L. Kimble, Mayor of the City of
Stillwater do hereby proclaim, Wednesday, May 7, 1997 as a day of appreciation and for
honoring the Cub Scout packs, Boy Scout troops and their leaders, for their efforts in helping to
construct a flood protection dike during the high waters of the spring of 1997, and I urge all
citizens to join me in saluting these fine young people.
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WHEREAS, the motto of Cub Scouts is "Do your best"; and
WHEREAS, Cub Scouts make the following promise: "I promise to do my best to do my duty
to God and my Country, to help other people and to obey the law of the Pack; and
WHEREAS, during the high waters of the spring of 1997, the City of Stillwater found it
necessary to construct an earthen dike to save the historic buildings in the downtown area from
flood damage and to prevent downtown businesses from suffering severe economic loss; and
WHEREAS, (NAME of Cub Scout and Pack #) along with Scouts from other units contributed
significantly to the construction of the dike by helping to fill, tie and transport over 11,000 sand
bags, often during adverse weather conditions; and
WHEREAS, the young people who participated in the construction of the dike were "prepared
to do a good turn daily" and through their volunteerism lived up to the oath they took to become
Scouts.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Jay L. Kimble, Mayor of the City of Stillwater, on behalf of the
Stillwater City Council and the citizens of Stillwater, do hereby extend our sincere appreciation
for the work performed by ( NAME of Cub Scout) to help construct the flood protection dike
during the high waters of the spring of 1997.
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WHEREAS, the motto of Boy Scouts is "Be Prepared"; and
WHEREAS, the slogan of Boy Scouts is "Do a good turn daily"; and
WHEREAS, Boy Scouts make the following promise: "On my honor I will do my best to do my
duty to God and my Country, obey the Scout law, to help other people at all times, keep myself
physically strong, mentally awake and morally straight"; and
WHEREAS, during the high waters of the spring of 1997, the City of Stillwater found it
necessary to construct an earthen dike to save the historic buildings in the downtown area from
flood damage and to prevent downtown businesses from suffering severe economic loss; and
WHEREAS, (NAME of Boy Scout and Troop #) along with Scouts from other units contributed
significantly to the construction of the dike by helping to fill, tie and transport over 11,000 sand
bags, often during adverse weather conditions; and
WHEREAS, the young people who participated in the construction of the dike were "prepared .
to do a good turn daily" and through their volunteerism lived up to the oath they took to become
Scouts.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Jay L. Kimble, Mayor of the City of Stillwater, on behalf of the
Stillwater City Council and the citizens of Stillwater, do hereby extend our sincere appreciation
for the work performed by (NAME of Boy Scout) to help construct the flood protection dike
during the high waters of the spring of 1997.
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COMMENDING DIKE CONSTRUCTION VOLUNTEERS
WHEREAS, during the high waters of the spring of 1997, the City of Stillwater found it
necessary to construct an earthen dike to save the historic buildings in the downtown area from
flood damage and to prevent downtown businesses from suffering severe economic loss; and
WHEREAS, the dike that was constructed required over 20,000 yards of sand transported by
over 1200 truck loads; over 30,000 sand bags which had to be filled, tied and carried and over
12,000 labor hours; and
WHEREAS, local citizens and businesses as well as citizens from other communities provided
assistance to the City of Stillwater in constructing a dike that successfully withstood the rising
waters of the St. Croix River; and
WHEREAS, the dike could not have been built as quickly and as efficiently without the tireless
efforts of those who volunteered their valuable time to help the City.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Stillwater that
all citizens and organizations that contributed to the construction of the flood protection dike in
the historic downtown area are hereby commended for their valuable contributions.
Adopted by the City council of the City of Stillwater this 6th day of May, 1997.
By:
Jay L. Kimble, Mayor
ATTEST:
Nile L. Kriesel, Acting City Clerk
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MEMORDANUM
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Sue Fitzgerald, Planner
Date: May 6, 1997
Re: Heritage Preservation Awards
The 1997 Heritage Preservation Commission awards will be presented at tonights meeting. The
catagories and recipients are as follows:
RE- USE of a building
The Grand Banquet Hall
Dick Anderson
ABS Company Building
Monty Brine and Rick Schneider
Loggers
Renee Vickerman
Sebastian Joe's Ice Cream Cafe
Mike, Todd and Tiin Pellizzer
NEW DEVELOPMENT
FACADE on a building
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CITY ill: STILLWATER CHAMBER OF COM.MERCE
April 28, 1997
In an effort to "jump-start" our very sluggish winter and spring, the City of Stillwater Chamber of
Commerce and the businesses of downtown Stillwater propose the following:
We would like to run three separatet yet coordinated events.
The RED, WHITE and BLUE Sidewalk sales.
The event would be "color coded" to add uniformity to the promotion.
The Chamber will provide appropriately ncoloredu table cloths to all businesses participating in the
event. Businesses would be informed of the guidelines for the events.
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No racks will be out earlier than 8:30 am or remain out after 6:00 pm.
Colored tablecloths will all match the specific theme of each event.
Any signing shall be done "tastefully."
Any additional props will be done to match the theme of each event.
Red, white and blue flags will be permitted at all events.
Merchants are responsible to clean up store front area after event.
Merchants will allow enough room between tables and street/curb so that any customer may pass
freely on the sidewalk, wa1ldng or in a wheelchair or other.
Racks will not exceed the business property lines.
Proposed dates;
RED SInEW ALK SALE:
Memorial Day Sale:
May 23,24,25,26.
Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday, lOam to 6pm.
WHITE SIDEWALK SALE:
Lumberjack Days Sidewalk Sale:
July 25,26,27.
Friday, Saturday and Sunday, lOam to 6 pm.
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BLUE SIDEWALK SALE:
Labor Day Sidewalk Sale
August 29,30,31 and September 1.
Friday, Saturday, Sunday and MondaYt lOam to 6 pm.
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RESOLUTION NO. 97-101
Councilmember introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption, which motion was seconded by Councilmember
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $705,000
GENERAL OBLIGATION CAPITAL OUTLAY BONDS, SERIES 1997A
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Stillwater,
Minnesota (the City), as follows:
Section 1. Purpose. It is hereby determined to be in the best interests of
the City to issue its General Obligation Capital Outlay Bonds, Series 1997 A, in the
aggregate principal amount of $705,000, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter
475, to finance 1997 capital outlays, as more fully described in Exhibit A attached
hereto.
Section 2. Terms of Proposal. Springsted Incorporated, financial
consultant to the City, has presented to this Council a form of Terms of Proposal for
the Bonds which is attached hereto and hereby approved and shall be placed on file
by the City Clerk. Each and all of the provisions of the Terms of Proposal are hereby
adopted as the terms and conditions of the Bonds and of the sale thereof. Springsted
Incorporated, as independent financial advisers, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes,
Section 475.60, Subdivision 2, paragraph (9) is hereby authorized to solicit proposals
for the Bonds on behalf of the City on a negotiated basis.
Section 3. Sale Meeting. This Council shall meet at the time and place
shown in the Terms of Proposal, for the purpose of considering sealed proposals for
the purchase of the Bonds and of taking such action thereon as may be in the best
interests of the City.
Adopted this 7th day of May, 1997.
Approved:
Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
Upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon the resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 97-102
Councilmember introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption, which motion was seconded by Councilmember
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RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $485,000
GENERAL OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT BONDS, SERIES 1997B
BE n: RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Stillwater,
Minnesota (the City), as follows:
Section 1. Purpose. It is hereby determined to be in the best interests of
the City to issue its General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 1997B, in the
aggregate principal amount of $485,000, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapters
429 and 475, to finance the construction of the various improvement projects within
the City, as more fully described in Exhibit A attached hereto.
Section 2. Terms of Proposal. Springsted Incorporated, financial
consultant to the City, has presented to this Council a form of Terms of Proposal for
the Bonds which is attached hereto and hereby approved and shall be placed on file
by the City Clerk. Each and all of the provisions of the Terms of Proposal are hereby
adopted as the terms and conditions of the Bonds and of the sale thereof. Springsted
Incorporated, as independent financial advisers, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes,
Section 475.60, Subdivision 2, paragraph (9) is hereby authorized to solicit proposals
for the Bonds on behalf of the City on a negotiated basis.
Section 3. Sale Meeting. This Council shall meet at the time and place
shown in the Terms of Proposal, for the purpose of considering sealed proposals for
the purchase of the Bonds and of taking such action thereon as may be in the best
interests of the City.
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Adopted this 7th day of May, 1997.
Approved:
Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
Upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon the resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
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Recommendations
For
City of Stillwater, Minnesota
$705,000
General Obligation Capital Outlay Bonds, Series 1997 A
$485,000
General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 1997B
Presented to:
Mayor Jay Kimble
Honorable City Council
Mr. Nile Kreisel, Coordinator
Ms. Diane Deblon, Finance Director
Stillwater City Hall
216 North Fourth Street
Stillwater, MN 55082
SPRINGSTED
Public Finance Advisors
Study No.: S0784A4B4
SPRINGSTED Incorporated
April 30, 1997
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Re: Recommendations for the Issuance of:
$705,000 General Obligation Capital Outlay Bonds, Series 1997 A
$485,000 General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 1997B
We respectfully request your consideration of the recommendations for the above-named
issues.
We recommend the following for the bonds:
1. Action Requested
To establish the date and time of receiving
bids and establish the terms and conditions
of the offering.
2. Sale Date and Time
Tuesday, June 3, 1997 at 11 :00 A.M., with
award by the City Council at 7:00 P.M. that
evening.
3. Authority and Purpose for the Issues
The Bonds are being issued pursuant to
Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 475. In
addition, the Series 1997B Bonds are being
issued pursuant to Minnesota Statutes,
Chapter 429.
The Series 1997 A Bonds are being issued to
finance the City's 1997 capital projects.
Page 5 lists the projects being financed by
this issue.
The Series 1997B Bonds are being issued to
finance various improvements within the
City. Page 9 lists the projects being
financed by this issue.
4.
Principal Amount of Offerings
The Series 1997A Bonds - $705,000
The Series 1997B Bonds - $485,000
5.
Repayment Terms
The Series 1997 A Bonds will mature
February 1, 1998 through 2007.
The Series 1997B Bonds will mature
February 1, 1999 through 2008.
6.
Sources of Payment and Payment Cycles The Series 1997 A Bonds are being paid
from general ad valorem tax levies. The City
made its first levy in 1996 in anticipation of
this issue. Collection of taxes in 1997 will be
used to make the February 1, 1998 principal
and interest payment. Thereafter, first-half
collections of taxes will be used to make
each August 1 interest payment and second-
half collections of taxes plus any surplus
first-half collections of taxes will be used to
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make the subsequent February 1 principal
and interest payment.
The Series 1997B Bonds are being paid
from special assessments levied against
benefited property. The City will have to
contribute approximately $14,000 of funds
on hand to pay the February 1, 1998 interest
payment which can be reimbursed after
collection of the assessments levied in 1997.
Thereafter, first-half collections of special
assessments will be used to make the
August 1 interest payment and second-half
collections of special assessments plus any
surplus first-half collections will be used to
make the subsequent February 1 principal
and interest payment.
7.
Prepayment Provisions
For both issues, bonds maturing on or after
February 1, 2006 will be callable on
February 1, 2005 and any day thereafter at a
price of par plus accrued interest.
8.
Credit Rating Comments
We recommend the City apply to Moody's
Investors Service for a rating on these
issues.
9.
Bank Qualification
The City does not expect to issue over
$10,000,000 in tax exempt obligations in
1997. Therefore, the Bonds are eligiblefor
bank qualification. Issues which are bank-
qualified typically receive slightly lower
interest rates than issues which are not
bank-qualified
The Series 1997 A Bonds and the
Series 1997B Bonds are subject to the
federal arbitrage requirements, which are
described in the summary package provided
to the staff. However, since the City is
expected to issue less than $5 million of tax-
exempt debt in 1997, it will qualify as a
"small issuer" and be exempt from rebating
arbitrage earnings to the federal
government.
10. Rebate Requirements
11 . Bona Fide Debt Service Fund
The City must maintain a bona fide debt
service fund for each issue or be subject to
yield restriction. A bona fide debt service
fund is a fund for which there is an equal
matching of revenue to debt service
expense, with a carry-over permitted equal
to the greater of the investment earnings in
the fund during that year or 1/12 of the debt
service of that year.
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12. Economic Life
vThe Series 1997 A Bonds have been
structured so as to amortize the bonds over
the respective useful lives of the projects
being financed as shown on page 6.
Therefore, they are within the economic life
requirement.
For the Series 1997B Bonds, the average
maturity of the bonds is 6.05 years which is
within the economic life of the projects being
financed by this issue.
13. Continuing Disclosure
These issues are subject to the SEC rules
on continuing disclosure. Under the rules no
underwriter may underwrite these issues or
offer these bonds in the secondary market
unless the City has pledged to provide
continuing disclosure of certain events
throughout the life of these issues.
Continuing disclosure requires the City to
prepare an annual report and submit it to
national repositories within a specific time
period.
14. Attachments
Project Listing-Series 1997 A Bonds
Debt Service Schedule-Series 1997 A Bonds
Assessment Income Schedule-
Series 1997B Bonds
Debt Service Schedule-Series 1997B Bonds
Terms of Proposal
DISCUSSION
The Series 1997 A Bonds
The Series 1997 A Bonds are being issued pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 475 and
the City Charter. Proceeds of this issue are being used to finance the capital outlay needs of
City departments listed on page 5. Page 6 shows the debt service schedule for this issue and
breaks out the amount of principal being paid for each project or set of projects with the same
useful life (Columns 3-7). The issue has been structured to amortize the bonds over the useful
life of the projects being financed. Column 12 of that same page shows 105% of the principal
and interest due in each year, which include the 5% overlevy required by State law. The City
has made a 1996 levy in the amount of $87,500 in anticipation of this issue.
The Series 1997B Bonds
The Series 1997B Bonds are being issued pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapters 429 and
475. Proceeds from this issue are being used to finance various improvement projects within
the City. Special assessments totaling $485,000 are expected to be filed on or about
November 1, 1997 and spread over a term of ten years in even annual principal payments.
Interest on the unpaid balance is being charged at a rate of 7.0%. Pages 7 through 8 show the
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project assessment income for this issue. The first interest payment due Februarj1, 1998 will
come due in advance of the first collections of special assessments. Therefore, the City will
have to make a temporary transfer of approximately $14,000 into their debt seNice fund to
cover this payment. Thereafter, collections of special assessments should be sufficient to make
the August 1 interest payment due in the collection year and subsequent February 1 principal
and interest payment coming due in the year of maturity.
Respectfully submitted,
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SPRINGSTED Incorporated
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General Obligation Capital Outlay Bonds, 1997
Project Listing
Total
Department 2 Years 3 Years 5 Years 7 Years 10 Years
Finance 5,865 $5,865
Administration 5,000 18,000 23,000
Police 66,600 10,000 76,600
Fire 5,000 35,000 40,000
Building Inspections 15,000 15,000
Public Wories 16,500 9,000 15,000 40,500
Street 115,000 115,000
Planning 5,000 5,000
Library 7,800 7,800
Paries 63,000 30,000 235,000 328,000
Lily Lake 5,000 20,000 25,000
Project Costs $66,600 $60,165 $140,000 $160,000 $255,000 $681,765
Issuance Costs 1,642 3,434 6,265 16,750
Underwriter's Discount 691 1,445 2,637 7,050
Less: Est. Int. Earnings (55) (116) (211) (565)
Rounding 1,123 237 1,310 0
Total Bond Issue $70,000 $60,000 $145,000 $165,000 $265,000 $705,000
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General Obligation Capital Outlay Bonds, Series 1997
Dated: 7/1/97
Mature: 2/1
First Interest: 2/1/98
Levy Mature Total Interest Principal
Year Year 2 Years 3 Years 5 Years 7 Years 10 Years Principal Rate Interest & Interest
(1 ) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11 )
1996 1998 $30,000 $10,000 $10,000 $5,000 $5,000 $60,000 4.25% $19,393 $79,393
1997 1999 40,000 30,000 30,000 20,000 15,000 135,000 4.45% 30,695 165,695
1998 2000 20,000 35,000 25,000 25,000 105,000 4.60% 24,688 129,688
1999 2001 40,000 30,000 30,000 100,000 4.70% 19,858 119,858
2000 2002 30,000 30,000 30,000 90,000 4.80% 15,158 105,158
2001 2003 30,000 30,000 60,000 4.90% 10,838 70,838
2002 2004 25,000 30,000 55,000 5.00% 7,898 62,898
2003 2005 35,000 35,000 5.10% 5,148 40,148
2004 2006 35,000 35,000 5.15% 3,363 38,363
2005 2007 30,000 30,000 5.20% 1,560 31,560
2006 2008 0 5.25% 0 0
Total $70,000 $60,000 $145,000 $165,000 $265,000 $705,000 $138,595 $843,595
Issue Statistics:
Bond Years
Avg. Maturity
Annual Interest
Plus Discount
Net Interest
Avg. Annual Rate
T.I.C. Rate
N.I.C. Rate
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138,595
7,050
145,645
4.878%
5.150%
5.126%
Interest rates are estimates; changes may cause significant alterations of
this schedule. The actual underwriter's discount bid may also vary.
Prepared by: Springsted Incorporated (4f29/97)
City of~lwater, Minnesota
General Obligation Improvement Bonds, 1997
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By SPRINGSTED Incorporated
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PROJECTED ASSESSMENT INCOME
(LI-328) 1997 Streets (LI-327) Yacht Club Dredging (LI-330) 4th Street Ravine
Filing Date: 11/ 1/1997 Filing Date: 11/ 1/1997 Filing Date: 11/ 1/1997
Filing Collect Interest Interest Interest
Year Year Principal @ 7.000\ Total Principal @ 7.000\ Total Principal @ 7.000\ Total
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1997 1998 32,534 26,580a 59,114 6,871 5,613b 12,484 9,096 7,431c 16,527
1998 1999 32,534 20,496 53,030 6,871 4,328 11,199 9,096 5,730 14,826
1999 2000 32,534 18,219 50,753 6,871 3,847 10,718 9,096 5,094 14,190
2000 2001 32,534 15,941 48,475 6,871 3,367 10,238 9,096 4,457 13,553
2001 2002 32,534 13,664 46,198 6,871 2,886 9,757 9,096 3,820 12,916
2002 2003 32,534 11,387 43,921 6,871 2,405 9,276 9,096 3,183 12,279
2003 2004 32,534 9,109 41,643 6,871 1,924 8,795 9,096 2,547 11,643
2004 2005 32,534 6,832 39,366 6,871 1,443 8,314 9,096 1,910 11,006
2005 2006 32,534 4,554 37,088 6,871 962 7,833 9,096 1,273 10,369
2006 2007 32,530 2,277 34,807 6,867 481 7,348 9,094 637 9,731
TOTALS 325,336 129,059 454,395 68,706 27,256 95,962 90,958 36,082 127,040
a) Includes interest from filing b) Includes interest from filing c) Includes interest from filing
date to 12/31/1998. date to 12/31/1998. date to 12/31/1998.
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PROJECTED ASSESSMENT INCOME
- - - - TOT A L - - - - -
Filing Collect
Year Year Principal Interest Total
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1997 1998 48,501 39,624 88,125
1998 1999 48,501 30,554 79,055
1999 2000 48,501 27,160 75,661
2000 2001 48,501 23,765 72,266
2001 2002 48,501 20,370 68,871
2002 2003 48,501 16,975 65,476
2003 2004 48,501 13,580 62,081
1004 2005 48,501 10,185 58,686
2005 2006 48,501 6,789 55,290
2006 2007 48,491 3,395 51,886
TOTALS 485,000 192,397 677,397
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City of Stillwater, Minnesota
General O.bligation Improvement Bonds, Series 1997
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Dated: 7/1/97
Mature: 2/1
First Interest: 2/1/98
Annual
Surplus
Levy Mature Interest 105% Assessment (Net
Year Year Principal Rate of Total Income Requirement)
1 2 3 4 7 8 9
1997 1999 $45,000 4.45% $37,731 $82,731 $86,867 $88,125 $1,258
1998 2000 50,000 4.60% 21,828 71,828 75,419 79,055 3,636
1999 2001 50,000 4.70% 19,528 69,528 73,004 75,661 2,657
2000 2002 50,000 4.80% 17,178 67,178 70,536 72,266 1,730
2001 2003 50,000 4.90% 14,778 64,778 68,016 68,871 855
2002 2004 50,000 5.00% 12,328 62,328 65,444 65,476 32
2003 2005 50,000 5.10% 9,828 59,828 62,819 62,081 (738)
2004 2006 50,000 5.15% 7,278 57,278 60,141 58,686 (1,455)
2005 2007 45,000 5.20% 4,703 49,703 52,188 55,290 3,102
2006 2008 45,000 5.25% 2,363 47,363 49,731 51,886 2,155
Total $485,000 $147,538 $632,538 $664,165 $677,397
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Interest rates are estimates; changes may cause significant alterations of this schedule.
The actual underwriter's discount bid may also vary.
Issue Statistics Issue Composition
Bond Years: 2,932.92 (L1-328) (L1-327) (L1-330)
Avg. Maturity: 6.05 Yacht Club 4th Street
Annual Interest: 147,538 1997 Streets Dredging Ravine Total
Plus Discount: 5,335 Project Costs. $321,960 $68,000 $90,000 $479,960
Net Interest: 152,873 Underwriter's Discount 3,574 747 1,014 5,335
Avg. Annual Rate: 5.031% Less: Est. Int. Earnings (198) !4ll (56) (295)
T.I.C. Rate: 5.237%
N.I.C. Rate: 5.213% Total Bond Issue $325,336 $68,706 $90,958 $485,000
· Includes costs of issuance.
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THE CITY HAS AUTHORIZED SPRINGSTED INCORPORATED TO NEGOTIATE THIS
ISSUE ON ITS BEHALF. PROPOSALS WILL BE RECEIVED ON THE FOLLOWING BASIS:
TERMS OF PROPOSAL
$705,000
CITY OF STILLWATER, MINNESOTA
GENERAL OBLIGATION CAPITAL OUTLAY BONDS, SERIES 1997A
(BOOK ENTRY ONLY)
Proposals for the Bonds will be received on Tuesday, June 3, 1997, until 11 :00 A. M., Central
Time, at the offices of Springsted Incorporated, 85 East Seventh Place, Suite 100, Saint Paul,
Minnesota, after which time they will be opened and tabulated. Consideration for award of the
Bonds will be by the City Council at 7:00 P.M., Central Time, of the same day.
SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS
Proposals may be submitted in a sealed envelope or by fax (612) 223-3002 to Springsted.
Signed Proposals, without final price or coupons, may be submitted to Springsted prior to the
time of sale. The bidder shall be responsible for submitting to Springsted the final Proposal
price and coupons, by telephone (612) 223-3000 or fax (612) 223-3002 for inclusion in the
submitted Proposal. Springsted will assume no liability for the inability of the bidder to reach
Springsted prior to the time of sale specified above. Proposals may also be filed electronically
via PARITY, in accordance with PARITY Rules of Participation and the Terms of Proposal,
within a one-hour period prior to the time of sale established above, but no Proposals will be
received after that time. If provisions in the Terms of Proposal conflict with the PARITY Rules
of Participation, the Terms of Proposal shall control. The normal fee for use of PARITY may be
obtained from PARITY and such fee shall be the responsibility of the bidder. For further
information about PARITY, potential bidders may contact PARITY at 500 Main Street,
Suite 1010, Fort Worth, TX 76102, telephone (817) 885-8900. Neither the City nor Springsted
Incorporated assumes any liability if there is a malfunction of PARITY. All bidders are advised
that each Proposal shall be deemed to constitute a contract between the bidder and the City to
purchase the Bonds regardless of the manner of the Proposal submitted.
DETAILS OF THE BONDS
The Bonds will be dated July 1, 1997, as the date of original issue, and will bear interest
payable on February 1 and August 1 of each year, commencing February 1, 1998. Interest will
be computed on the basis of a 360-day year of twelve 30-day months.
The Bonds will mature February 1 in the years and amounts as follows:
1998
1999
2000
2001
$ 60,000
$135,000
$105,000
$100,000
$90,000
$60,000
$55,000
2005
2006
2007
$35,000
$35,000
$30,000
2002
2003
2004
BOOK ENTRY SYSTEM
The Bonds will be issued by means of a book entry system with no physical distribution of
Bonds made to the public. The Bonds will be issued in fully registered form and one Bond,
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representing the aggregate principal amount of the Bonds maturing in each year, will be
registered in the name of Cede & Co. as nominee of The Depository Trust Company ("DTC"),
New York, New York, which will act as securities depository of the Bonds. Individual purchases
of the Bonds may be made in the principal amount of $5,000 or any multiple thereof of a single
maturity through book entries made on the books and records of DTC and its participants.
Principal and interest are payable by the registrar to DTC or its nominee as registered owner of
the Bonds. Transfer of principal and interest payments to participants of DTC will be the
responsibility of DTC; transfer of principal and interest payments to beneficial owners by
participants will be the responsibility of such participants and other nominees of beneficial
owners. The purchaser, as a condition of delivery of the Bonds, will be required to deposit the
Bonds with DTC.
REGISTRAR
The City will name the registrar which shall be subject to applicable SEC regulations. The City
will pay for the services of the registrar.
OPTIONAL REDEMPTION
The City may elect on February 1, 2005, and on any day thereafter, to prepay Bonds due on or
after February 1, 2006. Redemption may be in whole or in part and if in part at the option of the
City and in such manner as the City shall determine. If less than all Bonds of a maturity are
called for redemption, the City will notify DTC of the particular amount of such maturity to be
prepaid. DTC will determine by lot the amount of each participant's interest in such maturity to
be redeemed and each participant will then select by lot the beneficial ownership interests in
such maturity to be redeemed. All prepayments shall be at a price of par plus accrued interest.
SECURITY AND PURPOSE
The Bonds will be general obligations of the City for which the City will pledge its full faith and
credit and power to levy direct general ad valorem taxes. The proceeds will be used to finance
1997 capital projects.
TYPE OF PROPOSALS
Proposals shall be for not less than $697,950 and accrued interest on the total principal amount
of the Bonds. Proposals shall be accompanied by a Good Faith Deposit ("Deposit") in the form
of a certified or cashier's check or a Financial Surety Bond in the amount of $7,050, payable to
the order of the City. If a check is used, it must accompany each proposal. If a Financial
Surety Bond is used, it must be from an insurance company licensed to issue such a bond in
the State of Minnesota, and preapproved by the City. Such bond must be submitted to
Springsted Incorporated prior to the opening of the proposals. The Financial Surety Bond must
identify each underwriter whose Deposit is guaranteed by such Financial Surety Bond. If the
Bonds are awarded to an underwriter using a Financial Surety Bond, then that purchaser is
required to submit its Deposit to Springsted Incorporated in the form of a certified or cashier's
check or wire transfer as instructed by Springsted Incorporated not later than 3:30 P.M., Central
Time, on the next business day following the award. If such Deposit is not received by that
time, the Financial Surety Bond may be drawn by the City to satisfy the Deposit requirement.
The City will deposit the check of the purchaser, the amount of which will be deducted at
settlement and no interest will accrue to the purchaser. In the event the purchaser fails to
comply with the accepted proposal, said amount will be retained by the City. No proposal can
be withdrawn or amended after the time set for receiving proposals unless the meeting of the
City scheduled for award of the Bonds is adjourned, recessed, or continued to another date
without award of the Bonds having been made. Rates shall be in integral multiples of 5/100 or
1/8 of 1%. Rates must be in ascending order. Bonds of the same maturity shall bear a single
rate from the date of the Bonds to the date of maturity. No conditional proposals will be
accepted.
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AWARD
The Bonds will be awarded on the basis of the lowest interest rate to be determined on a true
interest cost (TIC) basis. The City's computation of the interest rate of each proposal, in
accordance with customary practice, will be controlling.
The City will reserve the right to: (i) waive non-substantive informalities of any proposal or of
matters relating to the receipt of proposals and award of the Bonds, (ii) reject all proposals
without cause, and, (iii) reject any proposal which the City determines to have failed to comply
with the terms herein.
CUSIP NUMBERS
If the Bonds qualify for assignment of CUSIP numbers such numbers will be printed on the
Bonds, but neither the failure to print such numbers on any Bond nor any error with respect
thereto will constitute cause for failure or refusal by the purchaser to accept delivery of the
Bonds. The CUSIP Service Bureau charge for the assignment of CUSIP identification numbers
shall be paid by the purchaser.
SETTLEMENT
Within 40 days following the date of their award, the Bonds will be delivered without cost to the
purchaser at a place mutually satisfactory to the City and the purchaser. Delivery will be
subject to receipt by the purchaser of an approving legal opinion of Dorsey & Whitney LLP of
Minneapolis, Minnesota, and of customary closing papers, including a no-litigation certificate.
On the date of settlement payment for the Bonds shall be made in federal, or equivalent, funds
which shall be received at the offices of the City or its designee not later than 12:00 Noon,
Central Time. Except as compliance with the terms of payment for the Bonds shall have been
made impossible by action of the City, or its agents, the purchaser shall be liable to the City for
any loss suffered by the City by reason of the purchaser's non-compliance with said terms for
payment.
CONTINUING DISCLOSURE
In accordance with SEC Rule 15c2-12(b)(5), the City will undertake, pursuant to the resolution
awarding sale of the Bonds, to provide annual reports and notices of certain events. A
description of this undertaking is set forth in the Official Statement. The purchaser's obligation
to purchase the Bonds will be conditioned upon receiving evidence of this undertaking at or
prior to delivery of the Bonds.
OFFICIAL STATEMENT
The City has authorized the preparation of an Official Statement containing pertinent
information relative to the Bonds, and said Official Statement will serve as a nearly-final Official
Statement within the meaning of Rule 15c2-12 of the Securities and Exchange Commission.
For copies of the Official Statement or for any additional information prior to sale, any
prospective purchaser is referred to the Financial Advisor to the City, Springsted Incorporated,
85 East Seventh Place, Suite 100, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55101, telephone (612) 223-3000.
The Official Statement, when further supplemented by an addendum or addenda specifying the
maturity dates, principal amounts and interest rates of the Bonds, together with any other
information required by law, shall constitute a "Final Official Statement" of the City with respect
to the Bonds, as that term is defined in Rule 15c2-12. By awarding the Bonds to any
underwriter or underwriting syndicate submitting a proposal therefor, the City agrees that, no
more than seven business days after the date of such award, it shall provide without cost to the
senior managing underwriter of the syndicate to which the Bonds are awarded up to 30 copies
of the Official Statement and the addendum or addenda described above. The City designates
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the senior managing underwriter of the syndicate to which the Bonds are awarded as its agent
for purposes of distributing copies of the Final Official Statement to each Participating
Underwriter. Any underwriter delivering a proposal with respect to the Bonds agrees thereby
that if its proposal is accepted by the City (i) it shall accept such designation and (ii) it shall
enter into a contractual relationship with all Participating Underwriters of the Bonds for purposes
of assuring the receipt by each such Participating Underwriter of the Final Official Statement.
Dated May 6, 1997
BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Isl Morli Weldon
Clerk
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THE CITY HAS AUTHORIZED SPRINGSTED INCORPORATED TO NEGOTIATE THIS
ISSUE ON ITS BEHALF. PROPOSALS WILL BE RECEIVED ON THE FOLLOWING BASIS:
TERMS OF PROPOSAL
$485,000
CITY OF STILLWATER, MINNESOTA
GENERAL OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT BONDS, SERIES 1997B
(BOOK ENTRY ONLY)
Proposals for the Bonds will be received on Tuesday, June 3, 1997, until 11:00 A.M., Central
Time, at the offices of Springsted Incorporated, 85 East Seventh Place, Suite 100, Saint Paul,
Minnesota, after which time they will be opened and tabulated. Consideration for award of the
Bonds will be by the City Council at 7:00 P.M., Central Time, of the same day.
SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS
Proposals may be submitted in a sealed envelope or by fax (612) 223-3002 to Springsted.
Signed Proposals, without final price or coupons, may be submitted to Springsted prior to the
time of sale. The bidder shall be responsible for submitting to Springsted the final Proposal
price and coupons, by telephone (612) 223-3000 or fax (612) 223-3002 for inclusion in the
submitted Proposal. Springsted will assume no liability for the inability of the bidder to reach
Springsted prior to the time of sale specified above. Proposals may also be filed electronically
via PARITY, in accordance with PARITY Rules of Participation and the Terms of Proposal,
within a one-hour period prior to the time of sale established above, but no Proposals will be
received after that time. If provisions in the Terms of Proposal conflict with the PARITY Rules
of Participation, the Terms of Proposal shall control. The normal fee for use of PARITY may be
obtained from PARITY and such fee shall be the responsibility of the bidder. For further
information about PARITY, potential bidders may contact PARITY at 500 Main Street,
Suite 1010, Fort Worth, TX 76102, telephone (817) 885-8900. Neither the City nor Springsted
Incorporated assumes any liability if there is a malfunction of PARITY. All bidders are advised
that each Proposal shall be deemed to constitute a contract between the bidder and the City to
purchase the Bonds regardless of the manner of the Proposal submitted.
DETAILS OF THE BONDS
The Bonds will be dated July 1, 1997, as the date of original issue, and will bear interest
payable on February 1 and August 1 of each year, commencing February 1, 1998. Interest will
be computed on the basis of a 36G-day year of twelve 30-day months.
The Bonds will mature February 1 in the years and amounts as follows:
1999 $45,000
2000 $50,000
2001 $50,000
2002 $50,000
2003 $50,000
2004 $50,000
2005 $50,000
2006 $50,000
2007 $45,000
2008 $45,000
BOOK ENTRY SYSTEM
The Bonds will be issued by means of a book entry system with no physical distribution of
Bonds made to the public. The Bonds will be issued in fully registered form and one Bond,
representing the aggregate principal amount of the Bonds maturing in each year, will be
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registered in the name of Cede & Co. as nominee of The Depository Trust Company ("DTC"),
New York, New York, which will act as securities depository of the Bonds. Individual purchases
of the Bonds may be made in the principal amount of $5,000 or any multiple thereof of a single
maturity through book entries made on the books and records of DTC and its participants.
Principal and interest are payable by the registrar to DTC or its nominee as registered owner of
the Bonds. Transfer of principal and interest payments to participants of DTC will be the
responsibility of DTC; transfer of principal and interest payments to beneficial owners by
p~rticipants will be the responsibility of such participants and other nominees of beneficial
owners. The purchaser, as a condition of delivery of the Bonds, will be required to deposit the
Bonds with DTC.
REGISTRAR
The City will name the registrar which shall be subject to applicable SEC regulations. The City
will pay for the services of the registrar.
OPTIONAL REDEMPTION
The City may elect on February 1, 2005, and on any day thereafter, to prepay Bonds due on or
after February 1, 2006. Redemption may be in whole or in part and if in part at the option of the
City and in such manner as the City shall determine. If less than all Bonds of a maturity are
called for redemption, the City will notify DTC of the particular amount of such maturity to be
prepaid. DTC will determine by lot the amount of each participant's interest in such maturity to
be redeemed and each participant will then select by lot the beneficial ownership interests in
such maturity to be redeemed. All prepayments shall be at a price of par plus accrued interest.
SECURITY AND PURPOSE
The Bonds will be general obligations of the City for which the City will pledge its full faith and
credit and power to levy direct general ad valorem taxes. In addition the City will pledge special
assessments against benefited property. The proceeds will be used to finance various
improvements within the City.
TYPE OF PROPOSALS
Proposals shall be for not less than $479,665 and accrued interest on the total principal amount
of the Bonds. Proposals shall be accompanied by a Good Faith Deposit ("Deposit") in the form
of a certified or cashier's check or a Financial Surety Bond in the amount of $4,850, payable to
the order of the City. If a check is used, it must accompany each proposal. If a Financial
Surety Bond is used, it must be from an insurance company licensed to issue such a bond in
the State of Minnesota, and preapproved by the City. Such bond must be submitted to
Springsted Incorporated prior to the opening of the proposals. The Financial Surety Bond must
identify each underwriter whose Deposit is guaranteed by such Financial Surety Bond. If the
Bonds are awarded to an underwriter using a Financial Surety Bond, then that purchaser is
required to submit its Deposit to Springsted Incorporated in the form of a certified or cashier's
check or wire transfer as instructed by Springsted Incorporated not later than 3:30 P.M., Central
Time, on the next business day following the award. If such Deposit is not received by that
time, the Financial Surety Bond may be drawn by the City to satisfy the Deposit requirement.
The City will deposit the check of the purchaser, the amount of which will be deducted at
settlement and no interest will accrue to the purchaser. In the event the purchaser fails to
comply with the accepted proposal, said amount will be retained by the City. No proposal can
be withdrawn or amended after the time set for receiving proposals unless the meeting of the
City scheduled for award of the Bonds is adjourned, recessed, or continued to another date
without award of the Bonds having been made. Rates shall be in integral multiples of 5/100 or
1/8 of 1 %. Rates must be in ascending order. Bonds of the same maturity shall bear a single
rate from the date of the Bonds to the date of maturity. No conditional proposals will be
accepted.
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AWARD
The Bonds will be awarded on the basis of the lowest interest rate to be determined on a true
interest cost (TIC) basis. The City's computation of the interest rate of each proposal, in
accordance with customary practice, will be controlling.
The City will reserve the right to: (i) waive non-substantive informalities of any proposal or of
matters relating to the receipt of proposals and award of the Bonds, (ii) reject all proposals
without cause. and, (iii) reject any proposal which the City determines to have failed to comply
with the terms herein.
CUSIP NUMBERS
If the Bonds qualify for assignment of CUSIP numbers such numbers will be printed on the
Bonds, but neither the failure to print such numbers on any Bond nor any error with respect
thereto will constitute cause for failure or refusal by the purchaser to accept delivery of the
Bonds. The CUSIP Service Bureau charge for the assignment of CUSIP identification numbers
shall be paid by the purchaser.
SETTLEMENT
Within 40 days following the date of their award, the Bonds will be delivered without cost to the
purchaser at a place mutually satisfactory to the City and the purchaser. Delivery will be
subject to receipt by the purchaser of an approving legal opinion of Dorsey & Whitney LLP of
Minneapolis, Minnesota, and of customary closing papers, including a no-litigation certificate.
On the date of settlement payment for the Bonds shall be made in federal, or equivalent, funds
which shall be received at the offices of the City or its designee not later than 12:00 Noon,
Central Time. Except as compliance with the terms of payment for the Bonds shall have been
made impossible by action of the City, or its agents, the purchaser shall be liable to the City for
any loss suffered by the City by reason of the purchaser's non-compliance with said terms for
payment.
CONTINUING DISCLOSURE
In accordance with SEC Rule 15c2-12(b)(5), the City will undertake, pursuant to the resolution
awarding sale of the Bonds, to provide annual reports and notices of certain events. A
description of this undertaking is set forth in the Official Statement. The purchaser's obligation
to purchase the Bonds will be conditioned upon receiving evidence of this undertaking at or
prior to delivery of the Bonds.
OFFICIAL STATEMENT
The City has authorized the preparation of an Official Statement containing pertinent
information relative to the Bonds, and said Official Statement will serve as a nearly-final Official
Statement within the meaning of Rule 15c2-12 of the Securities and Exchange Commission.
For copies of the Official Statement or for any additional information prior to sale, any
prospective purchaser is referred to the Financial Advisor to the City, Springsted Incorporated,
85 East Seventh Place, Suite 100, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55101, telephone (612) 223-3000.
The Official Statement, when further supplemented by an addendum or addenda specifying the
maturity dates, principal amounts and interest rates of the Bonds, together with any other
information required by law, shall constitute a "Final Official Statement" of the City with respect
to the Bonds, as that term is defined in Rule 15c2-12. By awarding the Bonds to any
underwriter or underwriting syndicate submitting a proposal therefor, the City agrees that, no
more than seven business days after the date of such award, it shall provide without cost to the
senior managing underwriter of the syndicate to which the Bonds are awarded up to 20 copies
of the Official Statement and the addendum or addenda described above. The City designates
the senior managing underwriter of the syndicate to which the Bonds are awarded as its agent
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for purposes of distributing copies of the Final Official Statement to each Participating
Underwriter. Any underwriter delivering a proposal with respect to the Bonds agrees thereby
that if its proposal is accepted by the City (i) it shall accept such designation and (ii) it shall
enter into a contractual relationship with all Participating Underwriters of the Bonds for purposes
of assuring the receipt by each such Participating Underwriter of the Final Official Statement.
Dated May 6, 1997
BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Isl Morli Weldon
Clerk
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LIST OF BILLS
EXHIBIT "A" TO RESOLUTION 97.100
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Ameridata
Amoco Sprint
AmoteklLusa
Ancom Communications
Ankeny Kell Architects
Baldwin. Herb
Beberg, Donald
Bell, Tim
BMS
Bryan Rock
Bryan Rock
Burmaster, Russell
Camas Shiely
Capitol Communications
Car Quest
Cargill Salt
Clarey's
Comp USA
Compass
Computype
Courier
.cub Foods
Datatrack International
Deblon, Diane
Desch, Mark & Gloria
D.C.Hey
Ecolab
Emergency Apparatus
Equipment Supply
Express Photo
Franklin Quest
Gazette
Grafix Shoppe
Hawk Labeling Systems
Historic Village Collectibles
ICMA
Jackson Equipment Rental
Johnson, Ron
Junker, David
Kangaroo Storage
Labor Relations
Lake Country Chapter
Lakeland Ford
Lawson Products
League of MN Cities
League of MN Cities
Lightning Powder Company
Magnuson. David
Metro Systems
Software
Gas/Diesel
Freight for Chairs
Microphone Button
Sports Complex
Landscape Architect
Meals
Meals/Fuel Tank
Service Agreements
Rock
Rock
Janitorial Services
Sand
Maintenance Contract
Parts
Salt
Repair Extinguisher
Software/Memory
Consultant Services
Bar Code Labels
Council proceedings
Refreshments
Printer Cable
Mileage
Parking Le8selMaintenance
Service FAX
Pest Removal
Testing/Repairs
Service Contract
March Photo processing
Organizer
Publish Hearing Notices
Graphics Kit
Label Maker
Wall Sculpture
Publication
Bobcat Rental
Garage Door Openers
Meals
Storage Space Rental
Consultant Services
Seminar
Repair Truck
Restock parts
Cities Bulletin
Annual Conference
Supplies
Legal Services
Chairs
177.87
4,379.34
513.18
5.13
13,069.50
360.00
25.00
166.94
355.00
84.41
84.41
250.00
585.06
285.00
373.61
951.67
39.40
159.72
10.000.00
318.78
152.10
55.68
133.13
13.50
979.65
97.00
219.36
2,314.33
',344.00
31.48
58.84
45.90
862.65
487.07
51.12
50.00
642.50
55.34
219.42
204.00
407.00
135.00
67.27
332.11
40.00
1,343.00
463.26
9,454.58
570.84
Miller Excavating
Minn Blue Digital
Minnesota U.C. Fund
Moore Business Forms
MPC
MTI Distributing
M. J. Raleigh Trucking
MIA Associates
Northwestem Tire
On-Site Sanitation
Oxygen Service
Park Nicollet Clinic
Personnel Decisions
Pioneer Rim Wheel Co.
Pitney Bowes
Polaroid Law Enforcement
Public Sector Job Bulletin
P.O.S.T.
River Valley Companies
Rockford Supply
Rodgers. Terry
Ruffridge Johnson
Russell, Steve
Safety-Kleen
SECOM
SEH
Shilts, Cindy
Sprint
Star Tribune
Stillwater Ford
Stillwater Sunrise Rotary
st. Croix Car Wash
S1. Croix Office Supplies
Superior Ford
Swanson. James
S.L.E.A.
T eltronix
Thompson Hardware
Tower Aspha"
Treadway Graphics
Twin City Concrete
UBC
Valley Trophy
Valley View Microsystems
Vicom
Viking Electric
Viking Office Products
Washington County
Washington County
Weldon, Morti
West Publishing
Haul Sand
Drafting Table/Supplies
Unemployment Compo
Utility Bills
Olive Street Dump Site
Grooming Machine
Hauling
Handles/Brooms
Tire Repair
Unit Rental/Service
Hose & Oxygen
Physical Exam
Testing
Trailer
InklTape
Spectra System
Subscription
License Renewals
Printing
Sand Bags
Damaged MailbOX
Cylinder Repair
Meals/HousinglMileage
Machine Service
MegaphoneNestsfT ape
Software
MUeagelDues
Long Distance
Employment Ad
Service
Dues
Wash Squad Cars
Staples
Squad Cars
Supplies
Dues
Cable Work
Hardware
Asphalt
D.A.R.E. Items
Field Marker
Supplies
Brass Plate
Computers
Telecommunications
Ballasts
OffICe Supplies
Real Estate Taxes
Consultant Services
Mileage
Law Changes
192.00
918.62
62.04
1.730.02
360.00
14,871.77
82,907.50
129.27
1,110.73
434.60
128.33
551.00
505.00
253.16
51.72
271.20
22.00
112.50
809.40
3,430.00
33.64
568.06
279.05
123.27
260.80
410.03
37.11
8.68
379.50
72.75
115.00
67.35
10.71
59,531.78
85.95
15.00
11,289.75
128.82
874.91
594.25
233.69
228.02
10.07
7,872.4 7
1,066.70
463.00
168.63
44,338.00
2,430.63
2.40
158.69
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199.19
261.05
10.66
11.187.95
6.918.49
1 918.63
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APProved 'a'/ the City Council this 6th Oay of May. 1997. = ._'c- .-., "~""-' .
APPROVED FOR PAYMENT
tE'9ht Co. Bag
rite
oth Brush WorkS
Zee Medical
MANUAL CHECKS. APRIL 1991
Compass
fraternal Order of police
Intema\ Revenue Service
League of MN Cities
Lumberiack Days Assoc.
MN Oept. of Re"enue
MN State Treasurer
U.S. postmaster
Washington County
ADDENDUM
Airtouch Ce\\u\ar
AT&T Wireless
At&T
NSP
NSP
U .$. West
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Sand Bags
Maintenance/processor
BrOoms
Supplies
6,525.00
1,375.31
2.733.86
8.41
March Retainer
Class Registration
Federal Taxes
Seminar Registration
Fireworks/parade
Sa\es/Use Tax
Bldg. Permit surcharge
postage
Cert\f ./Registr ./Maps
10.000.00
, 65.00
83.41
15.00
17.000.00
13.917.00
1,313.00
937.78
105.50
Ce\\u\ar phones
Ce\lular Phones
Long Distance
Street Lighting
GasJElectriC
T e\ephones
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STAFF REQUEST ITEM
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Parks
rvr:EETING DATE May 6th 1997
DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST (Brieny outline what the request is)
Request to hire Robert Ramble to lock up our park restrooms
at Lily Lake-Lowell Park and pioneer Park 7 days a week
after 10P.M. at $12.00 Per Day.
Mr. Ramble has been doing this for the city the past 2 years
and it helps alot to keep the vandalism down in our restrooms.
ATNANCI1\L HvlP ACT (Brieny outline the costs, if any, that are associated with this request and
~ proposed source of the funds needed to fund the request)
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Budgeted for under part time wages 1997
ADDITIONAl fNFOR1v1A TION A IT ACHED
YES
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.AlL COUNC[L REQUEST ITEMS rvlUST BE SUBMITIED TO THE CITY CLERK A
MIN1lvtUNf OF FIVE WORKING DAYS PRIOR TO THE NEXT REGULARl. Y SCHEDULED
COUNe IL MEETING IN ORDER TO BE PLACED IN THE COUNC IL M/'.. TERLAl PACKET.
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RESOLUTION NO. 97-
APPROVING TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT OF ROBERT HAMBLE
FOR THE PARKS DEPARTMENT
BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Stillwater, Minnesota, that the
temporary employment of Robert Hamble for the Parks Department, from and after May 6, 1997,
is hereby approved; and that as compensation for services the said Robert Hamble shall receive a
salary of$12.00 per day.
Jay Kimble, Mayor
ATTEST:
Nile Kriesel, Acting City Clerk
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STAFF REQUEST ITEM
Parks
Nf.EE1TNG OA TE May 6th 1997
DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST (Brief1y outline what the reque:st is)
We are having two softball tournaments comming up in the
month of May. Both /leauges are requesting to sell 3.2% beer.
First tournament will be Minnesota Computers. May 16th-17th
and 18th 1997 Chris Diethert
Second tournament will be the Dugout. May 30th-31st and
June 1st. 1997 Sue Gunderson
eINA.NCIAL IN1PACT (Briefly outline the costs, if any, that are associated with this request and
the proposed source of the funds needed to fund the request)
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Both tournament teams have had tournaments here before and
will be paying the city the $150.00 ballfield fee.
ADDITIONAL INFORtv1A TION A IT ACHED
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ALL COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS MUST BE SUBMITIED TO THE CITY CLERK A
MOOMUlv1 OF FIVE WORKING DAYS PRIOR TO TIlE NEXT REGlJLARl Y SCHEDULED
COUNCIL MEETING IN ORDER TO BE PLACED fNTI-IE COUNCrL MATERL:\L PACKET.
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Check Appropriate Information:
INDIVIDUAL OR FOR-PROFIT BUSINESS/ORGANIZA TION:
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NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS:
3.2% Beer 1- Sell
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CITY HAll: 216 NORTH FOURTH STillWATER. MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612.439.6121
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Memorandum
Date: May 2, 1997
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Marcy Cordes,Administrative AsSiSI1JJ1~1./
Re: Consulting Services for Computer Network Design
Backf!round
Now that we are in the final phase of City Hall construction, staffhas begun preliminary
work on a computer networking plan to address the City's increasing need to share and
obtain information. Cabling for a computer network has already been designed and built
into the newly renovated building. The City now needs to look at hardware and software
design issues within the context of the City's overll computing, information,
communications needs. Barb White, of Washington County Information Services, and
myself have been obtaining input from City staff on their need for easier access to
information here at City Hall, in addition to the GIS, surveyor, and assessor's data kept at
Washington County. We have also begun the process of evaluating consultants
interested in developing a network design for the City, with a focus on finding a firm
which can provide a design that will meet the unique data needs of a municipality, while
combining cost-effectiveness and long-term flexibility.
An agreement proposed by Mel Jahnke, of Imagineering, Inc., is attached for your review.
This firm is currently doing extensive work for Washington County, including the
redesigning and upgrading of computer networks in the County's Public
Works/Engineering, Surveyor, and Court Services Departments. They are also looking at
doing some work on the network in the County's Finance Department. Imagineering has
extensive experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and the firm's
familiarity with the County information used by Stillwater City departments should
ensure a design appropriate for a municipality's needs, and result in fast and simple
transfer of data to our Engineering, Planning, Inspections and Finance departments.
Imagineering has agreed to develop a computer network design for City Hall, to be
implemented in stages, for a not to exceed fee of$I,500. I have been advised that this fee
is quite reasonable by Roy Tally, a network specialist with the State of Minnesota
Intergovernmental Information Systems Advisory Council (ISAAC), who advises local
governments on computer network development. Once a preliminary plan is completed,
Mel Jahnke and City staff will obtain further input from City departments, and present the
plan to Council.
Recommendation
That Council approve the attached agreement with Imagineering, Inc. for computer
network design services for Stillwater City Hall, for a fee not to exceed $1,500.
AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONALS SERVICES
FOR THE NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE DESIGN
THIS AGREEMENT, made and entered into this day of , 1997, by and
between the City of Stillwater, Washington County, Minnesota, (hereinafter called the "City") and
Imagineering Computer Consultants (hereinafter called the "Consultant").
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WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, Imagineering Computer Consultants proposes to perform professional
services for initial planning phase for the network infrastructure design for the City of Stillwater
and the financial investment required to complete the planning phase.
NOW THEREFORE, it is hereby agreed by and between the two parties as follows:
Project Scope: The initial phase is to consist of the preparation of a Network
Infrastructure Specification to address the following:
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Interdepartmental connectivity to share data and networked resources.
Connection to the City of Stillwater's AS/400 from within the City network.
Connection to the Internet for E-mail and World Wide Web (WWW) access.
Connection to Washington County to access Arcview/GIS application and possible
connection to Washington County's AS/400.
Specifications and recommendations on the hardware and software needed to
implement ment the infrastructure.
An estimation on the hardware, software, and installation costs associated with the
network implementation.
An estimation on remote access to the City's network.
Presentation of the final proposal to the City Council.
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Investment:
The cost to prepare and present the Infrastructure Specification will not
exceed $1,500.00. Imagineering bills at the following rates for
providing professional services:
1. $70.00 per hour from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
2. $90.00 per hour after 5:00 p.m. and weekends.
3. $40.00 per hour for travel time.
CITY OF STILL WATER
IMAGINEERING COMPUTER
CONSULTANTS
Chip Plaza, CNE
Jay Kimble, Mayor
Mel Jahnke, President
Nile Kriesel, City Coordinator
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RESOLUTION NO. 97-
APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN IMAGINEERING, INC.
AND THE CITY OF STILLWATER
BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Stillwater, Minnesota, that the
Agreement for computer network design services with Imagineering, Inc., attached hereto as
Exhibit A, by and between the City of Stillwater, Minnesota, and Imagineering, Inc., is hereby
approved, and the authorizing the Mayor and City Coordinator to execute the agreement on the
City's behalf.
Jay Kimble, Mayor
ATTEST:
Nile Kriesel, Acting City Clerk
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No.
$40.00
97-20
GENERAL CORPORATE LICENSE
STATE OF MINNESOTA
City of Stillwater
County of Washington
WHEREAS, Arch Spec Inc has paid the sum of Forty and 00/100s Dollars to the Treasurer of said
City as required by the Ordinances of said City and complied with all the requirements of said Ordinances
necessary for obtaining this licenses.
NOW, THEREFORE, By order of the City Council, and by virtue hereof the said Arch Spec Inc,
5219 Wayzata Blvd, Ste 220, St. Louis Park, MN 55416 is hereby licensed and authorized to Operable panel
partitions for the period of one year starting April II, 1997 and ending April 11, 1998 subject to all the
conditions and provisions of said Ordinances.
Given under my hand and the corporate seal of the City of Stillwater this 6th day of Mayl
A.D. 1997.
Attest:
Mayor:
No.
$40.00
97-21
GENERAL CORPORATE LICENSE
STATE OF MINNESOTA
City of Stillwater
County of Washington
WHEREAS, Tom Lessard Painting has paid the sum of Forty and 00/1 OOs Dollars to the Treasurer
of said City as required by the Ordinances of said City and complied with all the requirements of said
Ordinances necessary for obtaining this licenses.
NOW, THEREFORE, By order of the City Council, and by virtue hereof the said Tom Lessard
Painting, 1200 Griffin Avenue. Mahtomedi, MN 55155 is hereby licensed and authorized to Paintingfor the
period of one year starting April 16, 1997 and ending April 16, 1998 subject to all the conditions and
provisions of said Ordinances.
Given under my hand and the corporate seal of the City of Stillwater this 6th day of May A.D. 1997.
Attest:
Mayor:
No.
$40.00
97-22
GENERAL CORPORATE LICENSE
STATE OF MINNESOTA
City of Stillwater
County of Washington
WHEREAS, Valley Window Service has paid the sum of Forty and 00/100s Dollars to the Treasurer
of said City as required by the Ordinances of said City and complied with all the requirements of said
Ordinances necessary for obtaining this licenses.
NOW, THEREFORE, By order of the City Council, and by virtue hereof, the said Valley Window
Service, 255 North Sixth Street, Bayport, MN 55003 is hereby licensed and authorized to Window Installers
for the period of one year starting April 21, 1997 and ending April 21, 1998 subject to all the conditions and
provisions of said Ordinances.
Given under my hand and the corporate seal of the City of Stillwater this 6th day of May
A.D. 1997.
Attest:
Mayor:
No.
$40.00
97-23
GENERAL CORPORATE LICENSE
STATE OF MINNESOTA
City of Stillwater
County of Washington
WHEREAS, Atlantis Pools, Inc has paid the sum of Forty and 00/1 OOs Dollars to the Treasurer of
said City as required by the Ordinances of said City and complied with all the requirements of said
Ordinances necessary for obtaining this licenses.
NOW, THEREFORE, By order of the City Council, and by virtue hereof, the said Atlantis Pools,
Inc.. 4321 - 68th Avenue North, Brooklyn Center MN J5429 is hereby licensed and authorized to Pool
Installers for the period of one year starting April 23, 1997 and ending April 23, 1998 subject to all the
conditions and provisions of said Ordinances.
Given under my hand and the corporate seal of the City of Stillwater this 6th day of May
A.D. 1997.
Attest:
Mayor:
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No.
97 -26
$40.00
GENERAL CORPORATE LICENSE
STATE OF MINNESOTA
City of Stillwater
County of Washington
WHEREAS, Fuhr Trenching has paid the sum ofF orty and 00/1 OOs Dollars to the Treasurer of said
City as required by the Ordinances of said City and complied with all the requirements of said Ordinances
necessary for obtaining this licenses.
NOW, THEREFORE, By order of the City Council, and by virtue hereof, the said Fuhr Trenching
12539 Manning Avenue Hugo MN 55038 is hereby licensed and authorized to Excavators for the period of
one year starting February 27, 1997 and ending February 27, 1998 subject to all the conditions and
provisions of said Ordinances.
Given under my hand and the corporate seal of the City of Stillwater this 6th day of May
A.D. 1997.
Attest:
Mayor:
No.
97-24
$40.00
GENERAL CORPORATE LICENSE
STATE OF MINNESOTA
City of Stillwater
County of Washington
WHEREAS, AllPhase Construction Co., Inc. has paid the sum of Forty and 00/100s Dollars to the
Treasurer of said City as required by the Ordinances of said City and complied with all the requirements
of said Ordinances necessary for obtaining this licenses.
NOW, THEREFORE, By order of the City Council, and by virtue hereof, the said AllPhase
Construction Co., Inc. 404A St. Croix Trail North, Lakeland MN 55043 is hereby licensed and authorized
to General Contractors for the period of one year starting April 28, 1997 and ending April 28, 1998 subject
to all the conditions and provisions of~aid Ordinances.
Given under my hand and the corporate seal of the City of Stillwater this 6th day of May
A.D. 1997.
Attest:
Mayor:
No.
$40.00
97-25
GENERAL CORPORATE LICENSE
STATE OF MINNESOTA
City of Stillwater
County of Washington
WHEREAS, Judd Orff and Associates has paid the sum of Forty and 00/100s Dollars to the
Treasurer of said City as required by the Ordinances of said City and complied with all the requirements
of said Ordinances necessary for obtaining this licenses.
NO W, THEREFORE, By order of the City Council, and by virtue hereof, the said Judd Orff and
Associates 305 South Greeley Street, Stillwater MN 55082 is hereby licensed and authorized to General
Contractors for the period of one year starting April 29, 1997 and ending April 29, 1998 subject to all the
conditions and provisions of said Ordinances.
Given under my hand and the corporate seal of the City of Stillwater this 6th day of May
A.D. 1997.
Attest:
Mayor:
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No.
$40.00
97-28
GENERAL CORPORATE LICENSE
STATE OF MINNESOTA
City of Stillwater
County of Washington
WHEREAS. Skyner Constroction has paid the sum of Forty and 00/1 OOs Dollars to the Treasurer
of said City as required by the Ordinances of said City and complied with all the requirements of said
Ordinances necessary for obtaining this licenses.
NOW, THEREFORE, By order of the City Council, and by virtue hereof, the said Skyner
Construction 1412 Highway 64 New Richmond WI 54017 is hereby licensed and authorized to General
Contractor for the period of one year starting May 1, 1997 and ending May 1, 1998 subject to all the
conditions and provisions of said Ordinances.
Given under my hand and the corporate seal of the City of Stillwater this 6th day of May
A.D. 1997.
Attest:
Mayor:
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No.
$40.00
97-27
GENERAL CORPORATE LICENSE
STATE OF MINNESOTA
City of Stillwater
County of Washington
WHEREAS, Duane Peterson - Peterson Constroction has paid the sum ofF orty and 00/1 OOs Dollars
to the Treasurer of said City as required by the Ordinances of said City and complied with all the
requirements of said Ordinances necessary for obtaining this licenses.
NOW, THEREFORE, By order of the City Council, and by virtue hereof, the said Duane Peterson -
Peterson Constroction 1919 West Pine Street. Stillwater MN 55082 is hereby licensed and authorized to
General Contractor for the period of one year starting May 1, 1997 and ending May 1. 1998 subject to all
the conditions and provisions of said Ordinances.
Given under my hand and the corporate seal of the City of Stillwater this 6th day of May
A.D. 1997.
Attest:
Mayor:
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STILLWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY
223 N. Fouth St.
Stillwater MN 55082
At it's March 4, 1997, meeting, the Board of Trustees passed a motion
requesting the release of the first portion of our 1997 capital budget. All of the
items below were included in the 1997 capital budget request which was
approved by the City Council during the budget process.
Service Improvements
Paperback Spinner for Children's Room
$580
Microfiche Reader/Printer 2200
This reader/printer will be a reconditioned used machine to replace
our current equipment. New machines retailJor $5000.
New Technology for Patron Access to Information
Adaptive technology for ADA compliance 500
Our ADA compliance plan includes equipment to help the public with
disabilities to access our resources. In 1997, we would provide
equipment to aid people with visual disabilities to read the library
catalog.
Office Improvements
2 Ergonomic adjustable chairs @$350 each 700
We are replacing office seatingfor staJfto improve ergonomics and
lessen the chances of repetitive stress disorders.
APPLICATION FOR PERMIT
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INVESTIGATION FEE: :525.00 at time of filing application.
LICENSe: FEE: S20.OOIyear for each person proposed to peddle on foot
S50.COIyear for each person proposed to peddle by using handcart or pushcart
S 1CO.OOiyear lor each person proposing to peddle from wagon, motor vehicle or other vehide or conveyance.
Copy of Orcinance ;;. 606 to applicant.
DATE:
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CITY OF STILLWATER
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Mayor and City Council
FROM:
Klayton Eckles, City Engineer \L "t
DATE: April 29, 1997
SUBJECT: Designation of Jim Grothaus as Engineering Intern
DISCUSSION
Jim Grothaus has worked for the City as an Engineering Intern in part of 1996 and part of 1997.
His duties have included surveying, inspecting and assisting in the city public improvement
projects. All the costs of Mr. Grothaus' time have been charged against these projects. This
intern program has been of great service to the City.
Given the heavy work load that we have in the upcoming construction season, it is recommended
that Mr. Grothaus be designated as the engineering intern at a salary of$10.50 an hour.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends council pass a resolution designating Jim Grothaus as the Engineering Intern
and a salary of$10.50 per hour.
RESOLUTION NO. 97-
APPROVING TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT OF JIM GROTHAUS
AS ENGINEERING INTERN
BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Stillwater, Minnesota, that the
temporary employment of Jim Grothaus as Engineering Intern, from and after May 6, 1997, is
hereby approved; and that as compensation for services the said Jim Grothaus shall receive a
salary of $10.50 per hour.
Jay Kimble, Mayor
ATTEST:
Nile Kriesel, Acting City Clerk
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CITY OF STILLWATER
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Mayor and City Council
FROM:
Klayton Eckles, City Engineer
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DATE: April 29, 1997
SUBJECT: Intergovernmental Agreement between the Metropolitan Council and the
City of Stillwater
DISCUSSION
Attached is an Agreement for monitoring of Lily Lake. Earlier this year the council elected to
continue the lake monitoring program for Lily Lake due to the ongoing water quality issues. Part
of this process involves using the services of the Metropolitan Council to perform laboratory
analysis. The cost of this program is $860.00 and requires the City enter into this Agreement
with the Met Council.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that council authorize the Mayor to sign and execute the attached Agreement.
RESOLUTION NO. 97-
APPROVING INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL AND THE
CITY OF STILLWATER
BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Stillwater, Minnesota, that the
Agreement for laboratory analysis for Lily Lake with the Metropolitan Council, attached hereto
as Exhibit A, by and between the City of Stillwater, Minnesota, and the Metropolitan Council, is
hereby approved, and the authorizing the Mayor to execute the agreement on the City's behalf.
Jay Kimble, Mayor
ATTEST:
Nile Kriesel, Acting City Clerk
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fflTERGOVERNMENTALAGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
METROPOLITAN COUNCIL AND THE
CITY OF STILLWATER
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into by and between the Metropolitan Council (the
"Council") and the City of Stillwater (the "City"), each acting by and through its duly authorized
officers.
THE ABOVE-NAMED PARTIES hereby agree as follows:
I. GENERAL SCOPE OF AGREEMENT
The Council and the City agree to undertake a volunteer lake sampling study in order to
provide an economical method of broadening the water quality data bases on lakes in the Twin
Cities Metropolitan Area.
ll. SPECIFIC SCOPE OF SERVICES
2.01 Lake Monitoring Program. The City and the Council agree to jointly undertake a
volunteer lake monitoring program as specified below:
a. General Purposes of Program. The volunteer lake monitoring program involves
the use of citizen volunteers (recruited by the City) to collect in-lake samples from
approximately sixty (60) lakes in the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area. The
volunteers will collect surface water samples to be analyzed for total phosphorus
(TP), total Kjeldahl nitrogen (TKN), and chlorophyll-a (CLA). In addition, the
volunteers will measure surface water temperature, water transparency, and fill out
a lake sampling form to help describe the lake and weather conditions at the time
of the monitoring event. Lakes will be visited biweekly from April through
October of 1997 (fourteen sampling dates) and be sampled at the lake's deepest
open water location. After each monitoring date, samples will be submitted
through the Metropolitan Council to an analytical laboratory for chemical analysis.
b. Specific Lakes Involved. The following lakes and specific lake sites listed
below, within the City of Stillwater, will be involved in the Council's Citizen-
Assisted Lake Monitoring Program (CAMP) in 1997.
LAKE
Lily
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82-0023
2.02 City Responsibilities. The City agrees that it will have sole responsibility for:
a. Recruiting volunteers (who have access to a boat) to monitor the lakes the
City wishes to involve in the program as listed in section 2.1 (b) above.
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b. Providing the Council and/or volunteers with needed lake information such
as lake bathymetric maps and access locations.
c. Paying for the laboratory analysis cost of the samples collected by
volunteers which cost is included in the amounts specified in Section IT
below and monitoring equipment (if needed).
d. Ensuring that the volunteers participate in the training program.
e. Ensuring that the volunteers fill out sampling forms during each monitoring
event, and collect and store samples until picked up by a Council
representative.
2.03 Council Responsibilities. The Council agrees that it will:
a.
Organize the survey and train volunteers, pick up and deliver samples to
the laboratory, and analyze the results of the lake and City data collection
program.
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Prepare a final report containing the physical, chemical, and biological data
obtained during the monitoring period and a brief analysis of the data.
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c. Provide quality control by collecting lake samples from random lakes
involved in the volunteer program. The resulting parameter values will
than be compared to determine if any problems exist involving the
volunteer's monitoring methods and what should be done to correct the
problem.
d. Provide the sample bottles and labels, and filters for chlorophyll filtration.
II. COMPENSATION; METHOD OF PAYMENT
The City agrees to pay the Council $ 860.00 per lake site (less than the $ 1,000.00 per
lake site because no monitoring equipment is needed) listed in section 2. 1 (b), for all labor
performed and reimbursable expenses incurred by the Council under this agreement within 10
days following the execution of this agreement. An invoice specifying the amount owed by the
City is enclosed with this agreement.
The total amount specified in the previous paragraph does not include the cost of any
additional analyses requested by the City, such as total phosphorus (TP) analysis of bottom
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samples. The Council will carry out any such additional analyses at the request of the City. The
Council will bill the City for any such additional analyses at the Council's actual cost, at the end of
the project, and the City will promptly reimburse the Council for any such costs billed.
ill. GENERAL PROVISIONS
3.01 Period of Performance. The services of the Council will commence on April 1,
1997, and will terminate on December 31, 1997, or following work completion and payment,
whichever occurs first.
3.02 Amendments. The terms of this agreement may be changed only by mutual
agreement of the parties. Such changes will be effective only on the execution of written
amendment(s) signed by duly authorized officers of the parties to this agreement.
3.03 City Personnel. Klayton Eckles, or such other person as may be designated in
writing by the City, will serve as the City's representative and will assume primary responsibility
for coordinating all services with the Council.
3.04 Council's Contract Manager. The Council's Contract Manager for purposes of
administration of this agreement is Randy Anhorn, or such other person as may be designated in
writing by the Council's Regional Administrator. The Council's Contract Manager will be
responsible for coordinating services under this agreement. However, nothing in this agreement
will be deemed to authorized the Contract Manager to execute amendments to this agreement on
behalf of the Council.
3.05 Equal Employment Opportunity; Targeted Group Business. The Council and
the City agree to comply with all applicable laws relating to nondiscrimination and affirmative
action. In particular, the Council and the City agree not to discriminate against any employee or
applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital
status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission,
disability, sexual orientation, or age; and further agree to take action to assure that applicants and
employees are treated equally with respect to all aspects of employment, including rates of pay,
selection for training, and other forms of compensation.
The Council and the City further agree to take affirmative action to include targeted group
businesses in the performance of the agreement, wherever possible.
3.06 Liability. The City assumes liability for and agrees to defend, indemnify and hold
harmless the Council, its members, officers, employees and agents from and against all losses,
damages, expenses, liability, claims, suits or demands, including without limitation attorney's fees,
arising out of, resulting from, or relating to the performance of this agreement by the City or the
City's officers, employees or agents, including volunteers. This clause will not be construed to bar
any legal remedies the Council may have for the City's failure to perform its obligations pursuant
to this agreement.
In addition, the Council assumes liability for and agrees to defend, indemnify and hold
harmless the City, its members, officers, employees and agents from and against all losses,
damages, expenses, liability, claims, suits or demands, including without limitation attorney's fees,
arising out of, resulting from, or relating to the performance of this agreement by the Councilor
the Council's officers, employees or agents, including volunteers. This clause will not be
construed to bar any legal remedies the City may have for the Council's failure to perform its
obligations pursuant to this agreement.
3.07 Copyright. No reports or documents produced in whole or in part under this
agreement will be the subject of an application for copyright by or on behalf of the Council or
City.
3.08 Termination of Agreement. The Council and the City will both have the right to
terminate this agreement at any time and for any reason by submitting written notice of the
intention to do so to the other party at least thirty (30) days prior to the specified effective date of
such termination.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this agreement to be executed by their duly
authorized representatives on the dates set forth below. This agreement is effective upon final
execution by, and delivery to, both parties.
CITY OF STILLWATER
Date
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METROPOLITANCOUNCa
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By
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Water Management Technical Unit Manager
Approved as to form:
Metropolitan Council, Office of General Counsel
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l\1ETROPOLITAN COUNCIL
Mears Park Centre, 230 East Fifth Street, St. Paul, Minnesota 55101
City of Stillwater
c/o Klayton Eckles
216 N Fourth
Stillwater, MN 55082
Make all checks payable to:
METROPOLITAN COUNCIL
Accounts Receivable
Mears Park Centre
230 E. Fifth Street
St. Paul, MN 55101
Expense for volunteer lake monitoring program
March 1, 1997 - October 31, 1997
CHARGE $ 860.00 per lake monitoring site.
includes the following;
- volunteer training
- chemical analysis of water samples
- [mal analysis report
- pick-up and delivery of samples
INVOICE NUMBER: 112953
DATE: April 14, 1997
Customer Number: 7130-442
All Invoices
Due and Payable
Upon Receipt
Return
One Copy
of Invoice
With Payment
The City of Stillwater has indicated the inclusion of I lake site in the program.
- Lily Lake
DNR # 82-23
Total Amount Due and Payable to the Metropolitan Council
= 1 (lake site) X $ 860.00 $ 860.00
Receipt Code: 11370-14370
For information regarding this invoice please contact: Randy Anhorn
(612) 291-6449
Copies: Vendor (2) Numeric File (1)
Accounts Receivable (1)
File:H:\LIBRARY\ADMINLIB\INVOICEl
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CITY OF STILLWATER
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Mayor and City Council
FROM:
Klayton Eckles, City Engineer
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DATE: April 29, 1997
SUBJECT: Hiring of Jeff Dionisopoulos as Temporary Public Works Laborer
DISCUSSION
The 1997 budget includes the hiring of temporary seasonal laborers for the Public Works
Department. Staff would like to get this process started immediately. Jeff Dionisopoulos, 2646
Interlachen Drive, worked for the City in 1996 as a seasonal laborer. Mr. Dionisopoulos was an
excellent employee and also provided many hours of volunteer labor to the recent flood fighting
efforts. He would be available for immediate hiring.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends council pass a resolution authorizing the hiring of Jeff Dionisopoulos as
temporary seasonal laborer and an hourly rate of $8.50.
RESOLUTION NO. 97-
APPROVING EMPLOYMENT OF JEFF DIONISOPOULOS
AS TEMPORARY PUBLIC WORKS LABORER
BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Stillwater, Minnesota, that the
temporary employment of Jeff Dionisopoulos as Temporary Public Works Laborer, from and
after May 6, 1997, is hereby approved; and that as compensation for services the said Jim
Grothaus shall receive a salary of $8.50 per hour.
Jay Kimble, Mayor
ATTEST:
Nile Kriesel, Acting City Clerk
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DONALD L. BEBERG
CHIEF OF POLICE
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TIMOTHY J. BELL
CAPTAIN
THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA
POLICE DEPARTMENT
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FROM:
D.L. BEBERG, CHIEF OF POLICE
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MAYOR KIMBLE AND CITY COUNCIL
DATE:
MAY 6, 1997
RE:
CONSENT AGENDA - ITEM PURCHASE
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THE DEPARTMENT CURRENTLY HAS 5 "PRELIMINARY BREATH TESTERS" WHICH
ARE USED ON TRAFFIC STOPS FOR PROBABLE CAUSE TO ARREST SUSPECTED DRUNK
DRIVERS AND ALSO TO CHECK JUVENILES IN CASES RELATING TO "ZERO ALCOHOL
TOLERANCE" .
OF THESE 5 "P.B.T." UNITS, ONE WAS PURCHASED IN 1983, ONE IN 1984
.AND THE OTHERS IN 1987. THE FUEL CELL, WHICH IS THE MAIN COMPONENT IN
THESE TESTING UNITS, ARE VERY WEAK IN TWO OF THE UNITS AND GETTING
WEAK IN THE OTHER THREE. (THE ANTICIPATED LIFE EXPECTANCY OF A
"P.B.T." UNIT IS 10 YEARS). THE CELLS ARE NOT WORTH REPLACING DUE TO
THEM BEING THE MAIN COST OF THE ENTIRE UNIT.
WE ARE ASKING PERMISSION TO PURCHASE 2 NEW REPLACEMENT P.B.T.
UNITS AT THE FOLLOWING PRICES. THE UNITS ARE $585.00 EACH, 500 MOUTH
PIECES FOR THE UNITS AS THERE IS A PRICE BREAK HERE FOR $100.00 AND
SALES TAX IN THE AMOUNT OF $82.55 FOR A TOTAL OF $1,352.55. ($585.00
+ $585.00 + $100.00 + $82.55 = $1,352.55 (SHIPPING IS FREE).
WE WERE ALLOCATED $900.00 IN THE 1997 CAPITOL OUTLAY PORTION OF
THE POLICE BUDGET TO PURCHASE REPLACEMENT "P.B.T." UNITS. I AM ASKING
TO SPEND THE ALLOCATED MONEY PLUS $452.55 FROM THE "FRIENDS OF POLICE"
PORTION OF THE BUDGET WHICH CONSISTS OF MONEY DONATIONS THE DEPARTMENT
HAS RECEIVED.
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212 North 4th Street · Stillwater, Minnesota 55082
Business Phone: (612) 351-4900 · Fax: (612) 351-4940
Police Response/Assistance: 911
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TO: MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL
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FROM: DIANE DEBLON, FINANCE
DATE: APRIL 30, 1997
SUBJECT: CLOSE AND TRANSFER OF FUND #391
Backaround
The bonds for fund #391 were paid off in full on February 1, 1997 and
there is an approximate cash balance of $76,672 in the fund.
Analvsis & Recommendation
Fund #392 has a deficit position of $25,596 and is related to the same
TIF #1 as fund #391. Staff recommends closing fund #391 and transfering
the remaining balance to fund #392 to eliminate the deficit.
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Minnesota Lawful Gambfing
Application for Authorization for an
Exemption from Lawful Gambling License
For Board Use Only
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o A charter showing you're an aftlIiale of a parent nonplCft organization .
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"Equipment for these activities must be obtained from a licensed distributor
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CENTURY 21 PAULEY JOHNS
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April 25, 1997
Carole Larson
Century 21 - Pauley
1940 S. Grelley Street
Stillwater, MN 55082
Dear Carole:
Enclosed is the gambling license application and regulations that we have
discussed. If you will please fill out the Gambling Premises Information
section. Have the city of Stillwater flit out the Local Unit afGovernment
Jurisdiction and Acknowledgment sections. and return the application to me
with a check for the S2S application fee. I will then have our CEO sign the
Oarh a/Chief Executive Officer section and I witt mail it to the Gambling
Control Board along with proof of our non-profit status.
As also mentioned, if you would like the city ofStiIlwater to waive the 30 day
waiting period, please have them provide you with a waiver.
Once I mail all of the forms, I will receive a permit number that must be placed
onto the tickets and I will call you with that number.
Also enclosed are samples from some of our previous raffles for your
reference. If you have any questions in the mean time, please do not hesitate to
call me.
I would like to thank you in advance for Century 21's continued participation
with our organization. Your efforts help ensure that GoodwilllEaster Seal
continues its mission' to support people with disabilities or disadvantages in
achieving their goals for education. employment and independence.
Sincerely.
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STAFF REQUEST ITEM
DEPARTMENT
MEETING DATE
May 6. 1997
Finance
DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST (Briefly outline what the request is)
5.000 BTU Air Conditioner
To be used at the Water Board
Up to:
$350.00
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FINANCIAL IMP ACT (Briefly outline the costs, if any, that are associated with this request and .
the proposed source of the funds needed to fund the request)
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ALL COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO THE CITY CLERK A
MINIMUM OF FIVE WORKING DAYS PRIOR TO THE NEXT REGULARLY
SCHEDULED COUNCIL MEETING IN ORDER TO BE PLACED IN THE COUNCIL
MEETING PACKET.
DATE April 29. 1997
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and City Council
FR: Steve Russell, Community Development Director !2--
DA: May 2,1997
RE: ACCEPTANCE OF PRELIMINARY DRAFT ALTERNATIVE URBAN AREA-
WIDE REVIEW. AUAR FOR CITY OF STILLWATER EXPANSION AREA
Attached to this report is the preliminary draft AUAR prepared by the city's planning and
environmental consultants for the 1800 acres comprehensive plan expansion phase annexation
area.
The report contains a description of the project (development of the 1800 acres as called for in
the land use element of the comprehensive plan) and then describes potential environmental
impacts that may result from the development.
The format of the report is prescribed by environmental regulations that defines the content of an
AUAR. The last section of the report Stillwater AUAR Mitigation Plan is of particular
importance because it represents the city's commitment to implement the plan to address
environmental impacts of development.
At this meeting, the preliminary draft AUAR is presented for council acceptance as the draft
AUAR. Council and city staff comments and changes can be made before the draft AUAR is
submitted to the Environmental Quality Board. After submittal to the EQB, the draft will be
distributed and made available for public comment for 30 days.
The final AUAR will be prepared and presented to the council on July 1, 1997. On July 7, the
final AUAR will be presented to the EQB and a public hearing will be held by the council on the
final AUAR on July 15, 1997. After that meeting, comments will again be responded to and the
AUAR adopted by the City Council at on August 5, 1997.
This AUAR process provides environmental review for the four phases of expansion area
development through 2015.
The purpose of this meeting is to accept the preliminary draft AUAR as consistent with the
AUAR content and formate requirements.
The consultant's will be at the meeting to present the draft AUAR and to answer any council
questions.
Recommendation: Draft AUAR for distribution to Environmental Quality Board and other
review agencies.
Attachment: Stillwater Annexation Area AUAR
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Volume 1
Stillwater Annexation Area
Alternative Urban Areawide Review
(AUAR)
Volume 1 of2
Prepared for
The City of Stillwater
Prepared by
Dahlgren, Shardlow, and Uban, Inc.
Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik and Associates, Inc.
Northern Environmental Technologies, Inc.
David Braslau Associates
May 6, 1997
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Volume 1
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Alternative Urban Areawide Review
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Volume 1 of 2
Prepared for
The City of Stillwater
Prepared by
Dahlgren, Shardlow, and Uban, Inc.
Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik and Associates, Inc.
Northern Environmental Technologies, Inc.
David Braslau Associates
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Alternative Urban Areawide Review
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Table of Contents
Volume 1 of2
Question Number
(corresponding to EA W Form)
Page Number
1. Project Title. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
2. Proposer ........................................ 1
3. RGU ........................................... 1
4. Reason for EA W Preparation ........................ 2
5. Project Location .................................. 2
6. Description ...................................... 3
7. Project Magnitude Data ........................... 12
8. Permit and Approvals Required ..................... 14
9. Land Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
10. Cover Types .................................... 15
11. Fish, Wildlife, and Ecologically Sensitive Resources .... 20
12. Physical Impacts on Water Resources ................ 34
13. Water Use ...................................... 57
14. Water-Related Land Use Management Districts ........62
15. Water Surface Use ............................... 65
16. Soils ..........................................66
17. Erosion and Sedimentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Question
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18-32. See Volume 2 of the AUAR
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List of Figures
Volume 1 of2
Figure Number
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5-1. Project Location ..................................4
5-2. Project Boundaries ................................ 5
5-3. Existing Zoning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
5-4. Existing Land Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
5-5. Proposed Land Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
6-1. Annexation Phasing .............................. 11
10-1. Cover Types .................................... 17
10-2. Water Resources. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
11-1. Rare Resources .................................. 21
12-1. Brown's Creek Watershed .........................36
12-2. 1993 Rainfall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
12-3. McKusick Lake Modeled Using 1993 Rainfall Data. . ...45
12-4. Watershed Drainage Districts .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
12-5. Diversion Structure (sketch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. after 47
12-6. Wetland Delineation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. after 56
13-1. Location of Wells ................................ 60
13-2. Unsuitable Areas/New Municipal Well Construction .... 61
14-1. Shoreland Management Regulations .................63
14-2. Flood Plain Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
16-1. Groundwater Contours ............................ 67
16-2. Soils .......................................... 68
17-1. Limiting Soils ................................... 70
Later Figures:
See Volume 2 of the AUAR
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List of Tables
Volume 1 of2
Table Number
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6-1. Proposed Residential Uses ..........................3
6-2. Proposed Non-Residential Uses ......................9
8-1. Required Permits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
10-1. Cover Types .................................... 15
12-1a. Existing Long Lake/Wetland Complex (NWL of 889') ... 39
12-1b. Long Lake/Wetland Complex - Option #1 ............39
12-1c. Long Lake/Wetland Complex - Option #2 .............39
12-2a. Scenario with Long Lake Option #1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
12-2b. Scenario with Long Lake Option #2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
12-3. Peak Flow in Brown's Creek .......................49
12-4. Drainage Areas .................................. 50
12-5. Ponding Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
12-6. Summary of Wetland Impacts ................. after 56
13-1. Location of Wells ........................... after 60
Later Tables:
See Volume 2 of the AUAR
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.Stillwater Annexation Area
Alternative Urban Areawide Review
(AUAR)
Note to Reviewers
Comments on this Alternative Urban Areawide
Review (A UAR) should be submitted to the City of
Stillwater (see item 3) during the 3D-day comment
period following notice in the EQB Monitor. similar
to the process for an EA W. Contact the City or the
EQB to learn when the comment period ends.
Comments should address the accuracy and
completeness of the information, and potential
impacts that may warrant further investigation.
Since the A UAR substitutes for an EIS, there is no
need to comment on the need for an EIS.
1. Project Title
Stillwater Annexation Area
2. Proposer
Contact person
Address
Phone
3. RGU
Contact person
Address
Phone
City of Stillwater
Klayton Eckles, P .E., City Engineer
216 N. Fourth Street
Stillwater, MN 55082
612/439-6121 Fax 612/439-0456
City of Stillwater
Klayton Eckles, P .E., City Engineer
216 N. Fourth Street
Stillwater, MN 55082
612/439-6121 Fax 612/439-0456
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4. Reasonfor EAW Preparation
(technically not applicable to A UAR)
This is a an Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR). The EQB Rules would require an
EIS for this project area under the following category numbers:
· 4410.4400 Subp. 11. Industrial, Commercial and Institutional Facilities:
A.: 750,000 square feet of warehouse or light industrial is the threshold for a 3rd class
city (by population) such as Stillwater.
B.: 500,000 square feet of other industrial, commercial or institutional uses is the
threshold for a 3rd class city such as Stillwater.
The Annexation Area is likely to have over 1,000,000 square feet of these uses at full
development.
. 4410.4400 Subp. 14. Residential Development
A.(4): 1,000 unattached units (single family) or 1,500 attached units (townhouse,
apartment, etc.) is the threshold for a city in the metropolitan area with an adopted comp
plan, such as Stillwater.
The Annexation Area is likely to have about 1,270 new unattached units at full
development.
5. Project Location
Sections (all or portion): 19,20,29,30,31,32; Township 30N, Range 20W
County: Washington
City/Township: City of Stillwater
Attach copies of each of the following to the EA W:
a. copy(ies) of USGS 7.5 minute, 1:24:000 scale map (photocopy is OK)
indicating the project boundaries;
b. maps of the following:
1) a map clearly depicting the boundaries of the AUAR and any
subdistricts used in the A UAR analysis
2) land use and planning and zoning maps as required in
conjunction with items 9 and 28; and
3) a cover type map as required by item 11.
Additional maps may be included throughout the document wherever maps
are useful for displaying relevant information.
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The maps listed below are included at the appropriate section of this document:
. Figure 5-1. Project Location: A map indicating the project location and its regional
context.
. Figure 5-2. Project Boundaries: A map depicting the project boundary of the
Stillwater Annexation Area.
. Figure 5-3. Existing Zoning: A map showing current zoning in and around the
Stillwater Annexation Area.
. Figure 5-4. Existing Land Use: A map showing current land use in and around the
Stillwater Annexation Area.
. Figure 5-5. Proposed Land Use: A map showing proposed land use in the Stillwater
Annexation Area.
6. Description
For each major development scenario covered in the A UAR, a
description should include at least the following:
a. anticipated types and intensity (density) of residential and
commercial/warehousellight industrial development throughout
the A UAR area;
The AUAR will analyze one development scenario: the Proposed Land Use Plan adopted by the
City for the Annexation Area in the 1995 Comprehensive Plan. The AUAR will use a
maximum, or "worst case", assumptions for land use densities and intensities. The proposed
land use from the City's Comprehensive Plan is as follows:
TABLE 6-1
PROPOSED RESIDENTIAL USES IN THE ANNEXATION AREA
Residential Net Number of
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Single Family
Large Lot 475 2 u/a 475
Small Lot 202 4u/a 605
Attached 27 6u/a 190
Multifamily 0 15 u/a 0
Total 705 1.8 u/a ( avg) 1,270
Source: City of Stillwater Comprehensive Plan (1995-2020), 1995, Figure 9, page 3-4
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CITY OF STILLWATER
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TABLE 6-2
PROPOSED NON-RESIDENTIAL USES IN THE ANNEXATION AREA
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Source: City of Stillwater Comprehensive Plan (1995-2020), 1995; Stillwater City staff
b. infrastructure planned to serve the development (roads, sewers,
water, storm water system, etc.) Roadways intended primarily to
serve the adjoining land uses within an A UAR area are normally
expected to be a part of an A UAR. More "arterial" types of
roadways that would cross an A UAR area are an optional
inclusion in the A UAR analysis; if they are to be included, a more
intensive level of review, generally including an analysis of
alternative routes, is necessary;
Roadways. Roadway improvements will be necessary to improve the present lack of north-
south street continuity. The only north-south thru-road is County Road 15 (a minor arterial)
which forms the western boundary of the annexation area. The County's Comprehensive Plan
anticipates that CR 15 will be a four-lane arterial, connecting areas in the County both north and
south of Stillwater. 1bis level of roadway would be needed regardless of the level of
development in the Annexation Area. Three upgraded, east-west, minor arterial routes are
anticipated in the Proposed Land Use Plan (Figure 5-5): McKusick Road, CR 12 and CR 5. The
regional roadway system will need improvements at the interchanges. The Stillwater Comp Plan
proposes an east-west frontage road providing a connection of CR 15 and CR 5 on the north side
of Highway 36. 1bis will improve accessibility and improve operation of the Highway 36
intersections in this vicinity. The traffic analysis, completed by Washington County and the City
of Stillwater as part of its comprehensive plan, will be reviewed as part of this AUAR. Using
traffic volume projections and development scenarios, an analysis of the service levels will be
calculated for the future roadway system. Recommendations will be developed to mitigate areas
that will experience a significant deterioration of service levels.
Sanitary Sewer. Significant additional sanitary sewer will be needed to serve the development
anticipated in the Proposed Land Use Plan. The City of Stillwater is currently doing a feasibility
study of the annexation area's wastewater needs. A summary and analysis of the proposed
sanitary sewer system will be included in the AUAR. The AUAR will also identify impacts of
the proposed trunk line routes and will recommend route adjustments or mitigation.
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Water. Development in the annexed area will require additional municipal wells to serve the
development anticipated in the Proposed Land Use Plan. This AUAR will review the City's I
forecasted water demands within the annexation area found in its comprehensive plan. A
quantitative groundwater analysis of the annexation area to predict the direct and indirect effects
of additional pumping on groundwater levels will be performed. The groundwater analysis will
help the City with selecting a well site and related infrastructure planning.
Stormwater. Significant additional stormwater infrastructure will be needed to serve the
development anticipated in the Proposed Land Use Plan. A study of surface water
detention/infiltration ponds and a conveyance system that alleviates flooding (specifically Long
Lake) while protecting the existing natural resources, in particular Brown's Creek, will be
included in the AUAR.
c. information about the anticipated staging of various
developments, to the extent known, and of the infrastructure, and
how the infrastructure staging will influence the development
schedule.
It is assumed that the area will develop according to the designations in the Proposed Land Use
Plan over the next 15 to 20 years. The effect on needed infrastructure improvements to serve this
development has already been analyzed to a large extent in the City's Comprehensive Plan.
These issues will be presented and analyzed in more detail in the AUAR. The phasing of
annexation according to the Orderly Annexation Agreement is illustrated on Figure 6-1.
Note: the RGU must assure that the development described
complies with the requirements of 4410.3610, subpart 3, and that it
properly orders the A UAR and sets the description in that as order
as required by that section.
The City of Stillwater has an approved comprehensive plan as required by the referenced rules.
The Stillwater City Council adopted an official resolution ordering the AUAR as required by the
EQB Rules on April 1, 1997, which is attached as Appendix A.
Provide a 50 or fewer word abstractfor in EQB Monitor notice:
The City of Stillwater has prepared an AUAR for the 1,800-acre Annexation Area on the City's
west side, which will develop as predominantly residential, but also business park and
neighborhood commercial uses. Potential impacts to Brown's Creek (designated trout waters)
and Long Lake are analyzed, with a proposed mitigation plan.
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7. Project Magnitude Data
The cumulative totals of the parameters called for should be given
for each major development scenario.
One development scenario will be analyzed in the AUAR: the Proposed Land Use Plan in the
City's adopted Comprehensive Plan. The following numbers are from the Comprehensive Plan
for the Urban Rural Transition Planning Area (DR TP A), which is the same as the "Annexation
Area" as it is called in this report. The total numbers under the Proposed Land Use Plan are
compared to the existing land use numbers to arrive at the total development under the proposed
development scenario:
. Total Project Area (acres): 1,837 acres
(Source: Proposed Land Use Map, City of Stillwater Comprehensive Plan, 1995)
· Number of Residential Units:
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Unattached
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Proposed
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190 units
Total Future
1,283 units
190 units
TOTAL
203 units
1,270 units
1,473 units
(Sources: Existing - 1990 U.S. Census; Proposed - Figure 9, p. 3-4, City of
Stillwater Comprehensive Plan, 1995)
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Commercia1/IndustriallInstitutional Building Area: There are 65 acres of land guided for
"research and development business park office (industrial)" and 6.2 acres guided for
Neighborhood Commercial in the Annexation Area. We assume the business park
acreage will develop with 30% building coverage and the commercial at 20% building
coverage. There is a new elementary school proposed in the Annexation Area, an
institutional use which will be about 100,000 square feet in size. This yields the
following numbers: .
CommerciallIndustriallInstitutional Building Area (gross floor space):
Business Park
Neighborhood Commercial
Institutional
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54,000 sq. ft.
100,000 sq. ft.
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We assume the Business Park development is divided according to the following percentages.
These are generalized assumptions only and the marketplace will determine how the area will .
actually develop, within the guidance and standards of the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning
Ordinance.
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Office
Manufacturing
Warehouse
Light Industrial
Other Industrial
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The above assumptions yield the following total future land use development numbers:
Retail (see below):
Office:
Manufacturing * :
Warehouse:
Light Industrial:
Other Industrial:
Institutional *:
Agricultural *:
TOTAL
54,000 sq ft
340,000 sq ft
85,000 sq ft
170,000 sq ft
170,000 sq ft
85,000 sq ft
100,000 sq ft
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1,053,000 sq ft
* optional to include areas for these (from EQB comments)
There are seven acres of existing commercial development in the Annexation Area, which is a
nursery business in the northeast comer of Highway 36 and Manning Avenue (County Road 15).
According to the Proposal Land Use Plan, this area will be redeveloped as part of the business
park.
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8. Permits and Approvals Required
List all known local, state, and federal permits, approvals, and
funding required. A list of major approvals likely to be required
by the anticipated types of development projects should be given.
This list will help orient reviewers to the idea that the A UAR
process is only one piece of the regulatory framework that will
protect environmental resources. The list can also serve as a
starting point for the development of the implementation aspects of
the mitigation plan to be developed as part of the A UAR.
TABLE 8-1
REQUIRED PERMITS
Unit q,f Government
T..we q,f Application
City of Stillwater
Grading Permits* , Erosion Control
Permits * , Wetland Conservation Act
Replacement Permit* , Sewer Connection
Permits, Water Connection Permits,
Building Permits
Subdivision (plat) Approval,
Planned Unit Development (PUD) Permit
County Roadway Access Permits
Tier 2 Sewer Plan
Air Emission Facility Permits,
Indirect Source Permit (ISP), 401 Grading
Permit, Storm Water Permit, Sanitary Sewer
Permit, Wastewater Permit
Water Main Plan Review
Water Appropriation Permit
State Highway Access Permits
Annexation Order (per Orderly Annexation
Agreement)
Individual 404 Permit, Letter of
Concurrence for Nation-wide Permit
City of Stillwater/Joint Planning Board
Washington County
Metropolitan CouncillEnvironmental Services
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Minnesota Department of Health
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Minnesota Department of Transportation
Minnesota Municipal Board
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
* with input from Washington County SWCD and Browns Creek WMO (the City is LGU)
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9. Land Use
Describe the current and recent past land use and development on
the site and on adjacent lands. Discuss the compatibility of the
project with adjacent and nearby land uses; indicate whether any
potential conflicts involve environmental matters. Identify any
potential environmental hazard due to past land uses, such as soil
contamination or abandoned storage tanks. Item 9 is not needed
for an A UAR, but can be covered by Items 20 and 28. (See items
20 and 28)
1 O. Cover Types
The following information should be provided:
a. a cover t:xpe maD. at least at the scale of a USGS topographic
map, depicting:
. wetlands - identified by type (Circular 39)
. watercourses - rivers, streams, creeks, ditches
· lakes - identify protected water status and shoreland
management classification
· woodlands - identify native and old filed
. cropland
· current development
b. an "overlay" map showing anticipated development in relation
to the cover types; this map should also depict any "protection
areas'~ existing or proposed, that will preserve sensitive cover
types. Separate maps for each major development scenario should
generally be provided.
The following generalized breakdown of cover types before and after annexation is shown below.
The location of cover types is shown in Figure 10-1.
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COVER TYPES
Types 2 to 8 Wetlands
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Following is a general description of cover types:
Lakes and Wetlands Public Water Basins and Watercourses have been identified from the
DNR Protected Waters Inventory map. Nonpublic water courses and wetlands have been
identified from aerial photo interpretation and National Wetland Inventory Maps. Figure 10-2
shows all lakes, watercourses, and wetlands identified. The total before and after acreage of
wetlands is 267 acres (note that these acres do not include Long and South Twin Lakes) The
City's goal is to achieve a no-net-Ioss of wetlands under its proposed Comprehensive Wetland
Management Plan.
Description of Wetland Types
Type 2 Wetlands: These are inland fresh meadows where the soil is usually without standing
water during most of the growing season but is waterlogged within at least a few inches of
surface. Common vegetation includes grasses, sedges, rushes and various broadleaved plants.
Type 3 Wetlands: These wetlands include inland shallow fresh marshes. The soil in these
wetlands is usually waterlogged early during the growing season often covered by six inches or
more of water. Vegetation includes grasses, bulrushes, spikerushes and other marsh plants such
as cattails, arrowheads, pickerelweeds and smartweeds. These wetlands often border deep
marshes, fill shallow lake bains, or may be seep areas on irrigated lands.
Type 4 Wetlands: These wetlands are considered inland deep fresh marshes. The soil in these
wetlands is usually covered with six to three inches of water or more during the growing season.
Common vegetation includes cattails, reeds, bulrushes, spikerushes, and wildrice. In open water
areas pondweeds, candle, milfoils, waterweeds, duckweeds, and waterlilies may occur.
Type 5 Wetlands: Type five wetlands are inland open fresh waters including shallow ponds and
reservoirs. Water is usually less than ten feet deep and fringed by a border of emergent wetland
similar to the one described as open water areas in Type four.
Type 6 Wetlands: These shrub swamps contain vegetation such as alders, willows, and
dogwoods. The soil is usually waterlogged duririg the growing season and is often covered with
as much as six inches of water. These wetlands occur mostly along sluggish streams and
occasionally on flood plains.
Type 7 Wetlands: These wooded swamps occur mostly on flood plains, flat uplands, along
sluggish streams and in shallow basins. Trees include tamarack, black ash, and black spruce.
The soil is waterlogged at least within a few inches of the surface during the growing season and
is often covered with as much as one foot of water.
A discussion of wetland impacts and mitigative measures is given under item 12 (physical
Impacts) and item 18 (Water Quality/Surface Water Runoff)
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Woodlands and Forest
The City contains an estimated 149 acres of woodlands and forest. Most of these forest areas are
concentrated near Long Lake and the Jackson Wildlife Management Area. The forest and
woodlands are predominately oak woodland and oak forest communities of low to moderate
quality. The oak woodlands are generally dominated by larger, open grown bur oak with smaller
diameter pin oak, paper birch, and trembling aspen. On the more moist, north and east facing
slopes, oak forest dominated by red oak, white oak, bur oak and paper birch is more common.
As a general rule, the shrub layer of both the woodlands and forest is dominated by non-native
species such as tatarian honeysuckle and buckthorn. Some of the more common native shrubs
include prickly gooseberry, black current, grey dogwood and choke cherry. Some sizable tracts
of oak forest and oak woodland communities also occur in the northern portion of the annexation
area near South Twin Lake.
Two other forest communities common in the annexation area include lowland hardwood forest
and low quality mixed hardwood forest along old fence rows and abandoned farmsteads. Most
of the lowland hardwood forest consist of eastern cottonwood, black willow, American elm and
box elder. The shrub layer in these areas is generally dominated by buckthorn, red oiser
dogwood, willow and speckled alder. Most of the mixed hardwood forest are dominated by
weedy tree species such as such as box elder and Chinese elm. The most significant loss of
woodland and forest acreage will likely occur along the west side of Long Lake.
A more detailed discussion of these impacts and mitigative measures is given under item 11,
(Fish Wildlife and Ecologically Sensitive Resources).
Brush/Grassland
Much of the land in this cover type category will eventually be converted to urban uses. A total
of 563 acres is estimated to exist, mostly in the northern half of the annexation area. Most of this
land is abandoned farm fields and pasture with Iowa diversity plants.
Cropland
All of the existing cropland is expected to be converted to other land uses.
Additional information on the location and quality of cropland is given under item 26b,
Prime or Unique Farmlands.
Other Cover Types
Urban/Suburban Lawn, Landscaping, Impervious Surface cover types will all increase under
proposed land use. Most of the increases in these cover types will occur in conjunction with
areas zoned as residential or commercial under the Cities proposed land use. Figure 5-5
(proposed Land Use Map) shows the relative location of these land uses.
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11. Fish, Wildlife, and Ecologically Sensitive Resources
a. Describe fish and wildlife resources on or near the site and
discuss how they would be affected by the project. Describe any
measures to be taken to minimize or avoid adverse impacts. The
description of wildlife and fish resources should be related to the
habitat types depicted on the cover type maps (of item 10). Any
differences in impacts between development scenarios should be
highlighted in the discussion.
b. Are there any state-listed endangered, threatened, or special-
concern species; rare plant communities; colonial waterbird
nesting colonies; native prairie or other rare habitat; or other
sensitive ecological resources on or near the site? ...x.. Yes _No
Figure 11-1 shows rare resources and natural communities within the annexation area and in the
lower reaches of Brown's Creek. The most important ecologically sensitive resources include:
the trout fisheries of Brown's Creek; natural communities within the lower valley of Brown's
Creek; Louisiana water thrush habitat within the lower valley of Brown's Creek; Jackson
Wildlife Management Area; Long Lake, McKusick Lake and South Twin Lake; oak woodlands
along the west side of Long Lake; and wildlife resources associated with natural areas of the
City. Following is a description of the resources, probable impacts and mitigative measures to
address the probable impacts.
BROWNS CREEK
Trout Fisheries of Brown's Creek
The most important fisheries resource in the annexation area is Brown's Creek which contains a
brown trout (Salmo trutta) fishery in its lower reaches. The DNR has classified Brown's Creek
and its tributary streams as designated trout waters within sections 10, 12, 13, 18, 19 and 21 of
Township 30N, Range 20W (MN Rules 7050.0420). This includes all sections of Brown's Creek
and its tributaries within the annexation area as well as all portions of Brown's Creek draining
eastward from the annexation area to the St. Croix River.
High quality waters capable of supporting trout are rare in the Metropolitan Area. The Re.port on
the Status ofDNR Metro Re~ion Trout Resources (October, 1996) identified 14 trout streams,
with 25 total miles of trout waters, remaining in the region. Brown's Creek was ranked as one
of the six highest priority trout streams in the Metro Region.
The best quality trout fisheries occurs within the lower one mile of Brown's Creek between the
stone bridge (Just upstream of County Road #5) and Highway 95 where Brown's Creek enters the
St. Croix River. Within this lower reach, Brown's Creek cuts a deep narrow gorge through St.
Peter sandstone and dolomite. Numerous springs emerge from seepage areas, cooling the water
and making it suitable for trout habitat. Based on limited stream monitoring conducted by the
DNR Division of Waters, approximately 30-50 percent of the basetlow of Brown's Creek in this
area is derived from ground water sources.
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The lower reach of Brown's Creek is stocked annually with 800 yearling brown trout, although in
1996, 1600 yearing brown trout were stocked. According to Dave Zappetillo, DNR Fisheries'
Manager, most of these trout are captured by fisherman soon after stocking with a small number
surviving into the following season. For example, during the 1996 fisheries survey, three larger
fish were captured, two from 1995 year classes and one from 1994 year classes. More recently,
during shocking surveys conducted in the fall of 1996 and spring of 1997, significant numbers of
trout were found providing additional evidence that fish do survive angling pressure and will
survive through the winter. Fish surveys also suggest that limited natural reproduction occurs in
the lower reach of Brown's Creek. Redds (shallow depressions where the fish spawn) have been
observed in a number of previous stream surveys. In addition, young-of-the-year fish have been
collected during previous surveys. Other fish species present in the lower reach of Brown's
Creek include creek chub (Semotilus atromaculatus), fathead minnow (Pimephales promelas),
brook stickleback (Culaea inconstans), pearl dace (Semotilus margarita) and longnose dace
(Rhinichthys cataractae).
The upper portions of Brown's Creek and its tributaries (above County Road #5) are considered
marginal trout habitat by DNR fisheries. The summer time water temperatures in this upper reach
are likely too warm to sustain populations of trout except for brief periods early and late in the
season when stream temperatures are lower. During fish surveys of the upper portion, no trout
were documented, although a good diversity of other fish species have been documented during
surveys. Many of the small minnow-like fish listed for the lower portions of Brown's Creek and
additional species such as central mudminnow (Umbra limi) and green sunfish (Lepomis
cyanellus) have been identified in the upper reaches. The DNR does not stock or actively
manage the upper portion of Brown's Creek.
Recreational Fishing Uses of Brown's Creek
According to the DNR, Brown's Creek is an important recreational fishing resource. Within the
lower section of Brown's Creek, fishing pressure is intense early in the season and tapers off as
the season progresses. A Creel Census of fisherman indicated that a large portion of the fish
caught were fish recently stocked. As already indicated, a small number of trout do survive,
providing anglers opportunities to catch semi-wild trout. To improve access for fisherman and
facilitate protection and management of the lower portion of Brown's Creek, fee title and
easements have been obtained for all but two properties in the lower reach between the Highway
95 bridge and the Stone Bridge.
Potential Impacts to Brown's Creek.
Trout require very specific conditions to spawn, feed, and grow to catchable size, including
specific temperatures, oxygen levels, instream cover, and nutrients. The Habitat Suitability Index
for Brown Trout (1986) indicates that optimal stream conditions for Brown trout include clear,
cool water (12 to 190 C), a relatively silt-free, rocky substrate; a combination ofrifile and run
habitat with areas of slow, deep water; well-vegetated, stable stream banks; abundant instream
cover; and relatively stable annual water flow and temperatures regimes. Increased runoff and
urbanization have the potential to impact all of these conditions and reduce the quality of habitat
for Brown trout.
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Water quality impacts may include both thermal and biochemical impacts. Stream temperatures
may rise due to greater volumes of warm runoff from impervious surfaces or holding ponds in
proportion to cool groundwater discharge sources. Thermal impacts could also result from
activities that reduce groundwater recharge or intercept groundwater sources (e.g., construction
dewatering, municipal wells) supplying the springs and seepage areas along Brown's Creek.
These impacts are particularly important in Brown's Creek, where summertime stream
temperatures already approach the upper threshold for adult brown trout (270 C is considered
lethal). Cold water may also have a detrimental impact on trout, particularly during spawning
season. Large releases of cold water from detention areas in the watershed may negatively
impact trout during these times.
Biochemical impacts include nutrient loads, suspended solids, sedimentation and toxic
substances that enter the stream with storm runoff. These pollutants affect water quality, oxygen
levels, water clarity, and biological communities, including invertebrates that are a major food
source for trout.
Habitat quantity may also be affected by increased flow rates and volumes. Urban development
alters the hydrologic regime by increasing the proportion of impervious surface in the drainage
area, so that larger volumes of water are discharged at higher rates during storm events. These
conditions have the potential to increase erosion and sedimentation, scour stream banks, and alter
the stream channel, resulting in destruction and/or degradation of trout habitat. These impacts
also have the potential to physically flush trout out of Brown's Creek into the St. Croix River,
where it is unlikely trout will survive or return to Brown's Creek.
Increased sedimentation and pollution of the St. Croix River may also result from urbanization
around Brown's Creek. Sediment loading from the creek already requires annual dredging of
Wolf's Marina at the mouth of the creek. An increase in the frequency or duration of channel-
forming discharges could exacerbate this problem. An increase in nutrients and pollutants in
stormwater runoff from the Annexation Area that reaches Brown's Creek may affect water
quality downstream in the St. Croix River as well.
A summary of research from across the U.S. suggests that the proportion of impervious surface
coverage in the drainage area is an important variable in predicting cumulative development
impact on streams, with changes in the biology and chemistry of trout streams typically occuring
when the impervious surface area in the drainage area exceeds ten (10) percent.
Urbanization may also impact ground water flows that are critical to maintainence of cool water
temperatures and water quality in Brown's Creek. Appropriation of ground water for a new
muniqipal well, as well as increasing impervious surfaces that reduce infiltration that maintains
ground water flows may reduce ground water sources that maintain the current conditions in
Brown's Creek. Ground water contamination is also a potential impact of urbanization.
It should be noted that the annexation area comprises only 10 percent of the Brown's Creek
watershed, requiring that responsibility for the management and protection of Brown's Creek be
shared proportionately with other local units of government in the Brown's Creek Watershed. In
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addition to the City of Stillwater, seven other communities are included in the area that drains to
Brown's Creek. The Brown's Creek Watershed Management Organization was dissolved in I
1996, with management responsibilities assumed by Washington County. The County is
contracting with the Washington Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) for watershed
management on an interim basis. The County is examining options for future management of the
Brown's Creek Watershed.
MITIGATIVE MEASURES FOR BROWNS CREEK
The City of Stillwater has proposed a set of goals and strategies in this section to maintain the
water quality and hydrologic regime of Brown's Creek, to maintain the health of trout habitat and
natural communities in the Ravine as development occurs in the Annexation Area.
Goal: To Protect and Maintain the Current Quality of Surface Water Inflows to Brown's
Creek.
PROTECTION STRATEGIES:
1. Long LakelMcKusick Lake Diversion.
Implement the plan to divert discharge from Long Lake and stormwater runoff from the
Annexation Area and Grant Township (south of the Minnesota Zephyr railway tracks) to the
wetland north of McKusick Lake. Reconfigure the outlet at the north end of Long Lake to
maintain the lake at a normal elevation of 889-890, and direct flows north through the
existing drainageway to the McKusick wetland. Reconfigure this drainage ditch to a stream
channel form, which will be more stable than the ditch. Remove the current dike at the
north end of McKusick Lake, and build a new dike at the north end of the wetland, to create
a basin to hold the entire runoff from the Long Lake and the Annexation Area up to a 2.5-3.0
inch rainfall event (occurs approximately every 3 years in this area). Monitoring protocol is
described in #9 below.
2. Stormwater Management.
Implement the Stormwater Management Study for the Annexation Area developed as a part
of the AUAR, that emphasizes the protection of water quality in Brown's Creek, and sets
forth criteria for the design and performance of stormwater detention basins to reduce peak
flows into McKusick Lake and Brown's Creek. Identify and implement opportunities for
regional stormwater detention basins within the Annexation Area and in surrounding
communities that drain through the Annexation Area to Brown's Creek.
3. Land Use and Zoning.
The City of Stillwater may consider changes from its Subdivision Ordinance through its
design review process for the following:
a. Reduce street coverage
· Reduce residential (local access) street widths and lengths.
· Use "T" cul-de-sacs or establish vegetated islands designed to hold stormwater.
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b. Design and locate buildings to reduce impervious surfaces and retain infiltration areas
· Use cluster development that maintains open space and minimizes impervious surfaces.
· Reduce front setbacks to reduce driveway length.
· Maintain vegetated swales or detention areas between back lot areas to infiltrate and
route water.
c. Reduce parking areas
· Encourage cooperative parking
· Use parking standards that reflect average parking needs instead of peak day
projections.
d. Amend Draft Shoreland Management Ordinance (February, 1997) to include Brown's
Creek and its Tributaries, including regulations for Vegetation Management, Diseased
Vegetation, Buffer Zones, Fertilizers, Pesticides, and Oak Tree Management. Adopt and
enforce Ordinance, including the Annexation Area.
Residential/Commercial Development Best Management Practices.
Developers should work with the City of Stillwater to identify and implement strategies to
infiltrate and detain stormwater to reduce runoff to surface waters and increase infiltration.
A variety of strategies may be implemented to meet stormwater management goals to
protect or improve the quality of runoff to Long Lake, McKusick Lake and Brown's Creek
by reducing peak flows from developed areas. Peak discharge rates for 2, 10, and 100-year
rainfall occurrence conditions from any development area should be maintained at less than
or equal to pre-development conditions.
Private developers in the Annexation Area may also chose to implement the following;
a. Use rural road sections without curb and gutter treatments, that drain to wet or dry
swales. Plant these where possible with native vegetation types.
b. Identify soils with high infiltration capacities, and cluster development and route
drainage to maintain these as open space areas and infiltrate storm runoff.
c. Use infiltration basins.
d. Maintain or create detention basins that release water when it has cooled to less than 65
degrees F
e. Use permeable pipes to transport and emltrate stormwater
f. Direct downspouts from roofs over yards or other vegetated areas and away from
driveways or paved surfaces
g. Use aerators, sand beds, or other cooling strategies to reduce the temperature of runoff or
pooled water before it enters Brown's Creek
h. Protect or encourage plantings of native vegetation on public and private properties,
including woodlands, prairies, and wetlands, to promote stormwater infiltration and provide
habitat and aesthetic values.
i. Require the use, management and enforcement of Best Management Practices
(BMP's) and Wet Stormwater detention basins to control erosion and sedimentation during
and after construction of projects in the Annexation Area.
j. Maintain or restore an unmown vegetated buffer at least 100 feet in width upslope from
the Ordinary High Water mark (O.H.W.) along the corridors of Brown's Creek and its
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tributaries in areas developed after adoption of the AUAR. A wider buffer zone may be
required where needed to protect floodplains, wetlands, steep slopes or important fish and
wildlife habitat areas. Encourage landowners to plant native trees, shrubs, Tall grasses,
herbaceous and wetland plants in this buffer strip to increase shading of the Creek and
tributaries to maintain water temperature for trout habitat.
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ProtectionlEnhancement of Instream Habitat.
Protect and enhance in-stream habitat and riparian trout stream habitat along Brown's Creek
and its tributaries in areas of existing development, including vegetated buffer areas,
groundwater recharge areas, pools, riffles, and other critical components of trout habitat. A
continuous stream habitat corridor should be protected along the Creek downstream of the
Stone Bridge.
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Educational Programs.
Develop and conduct annual educational programs for local residents on the value of natural
resources in the area, the effects of yard care practices on these resources, and options for
homeowners to assist in protecting resource quality.
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Coordinate with State/County Transportation.
The City should work with Washington County and the Minnesota Department of
Transportation as plans are completed for alteration of State Highway 36 and County
Highways 15 and 96, to identify potential water quality and quantity impacts to Brown's
Creek and impacts to other natural resources, and develop sstrategies to avoid or mitigate
these impacts.
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Brown's Creek Monitoring.
Implement a water quality monitoring program, including water temperature, dissolved
oxygen, water quality and quantity parameters, in accordance with Minnesota Pollution
Control Agency (MPCA) and Metropolitan Council water quality monitoring guidelines, as
specified in Minnesota Lake and Watershed Data Collection Manual (MPCA 1994) and..An
Evaluation of Lake and Stream Monitorin~ ProiJ'8lllS in the Twin Cities MetrQpolitan Area
(Metropolitan Council 1989).
Monitoring stations will be placed in the following locations: 1)lower end of Brown's
Creek where it meets the St. Croix; 2)near the Stone Arch Bridge; 3) near Neal Avenue and
the railroad tracks; 4) at County Road 15,5) on the stream tributaries west of McKusick
Lake; and 6) at the Long Lake outlet. Beginning in spring, 1997, these stations will be
regularly sampled for water temperature and flow data. In addition, macro invertebrate
samples will be gathered and analyzed in for 2 locations, at the upper and lower ends of the
Creek. Samples will be taken three times during the summer.
Automatic monitoring stations at the Stonebridge and the lower end of Brown's Creek will
also collect a variety of water quality data.
The Washington Soil and Water Conservation District (acting as the Browns Creek WMO)
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will collect and analyze the results of monitoring on Brown's Creek, and report the results of
monitoring to the City of Stillwater, Metropolitan Council, resource management agencids,
and other interested organizations.
The Science Museum of Minnesota and other partners are developing a proposal for short
and long-term monitoring and data analysis of the Brown's Creek Watershed, including the
Annexation Area, to include additional
9. Watershed Management Plan.
Encourage the development of a Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan for the
Brown's Creek Watershed that models conditions in the Watershed at full development;
identifies issues and problems for water and other natural resources in the Watershed based
on this analysis; and identifies goals, strategies and responsibilities for addressing these
issues and problems.
NATURAL COMMUNlTIESIRARE FEATURES
Natural Communities in Lower Brown's Creek Valley
The Minnesota County Biological Survey identified the lower one mile of Brown's Creek in the
N 1/2 Sections 20 and 21, T30N, R20W, is a biologically significant ravine/creek system. The
Survey noted that less than six percent of the land area of Washington County remained in
natural communities in 1991. Three natural communities occur within this system including
high-quality maple-basswood forest (element occurrence #4), mixed hardwood swamp (element
occurrence #5) and moderate quality bluffprairie (element occurrence #124).
Oak Woodlands and Forest along West Side of Long Lake
An additional natural community of concern is an oak forest located along the west shore of
Long Lake in the West 1/2 of Section 31, T30N, R20W. This oak forest community was
identified during the Washington County Biological Survey and is shown on the countywide map
ofrare features. A more complete survey of this plant community was completed in 1995, as
part of the Stillwater Open Space Report. The botanical consultant who completed the survey
noted that some areas of the oak forest are in good condition (particularly north- and east-facing
slopes in the eastern portion), but the western portion of the forest has been severely degraded by
the invasion of buckthorn. No oak regeneration was apparent in this area, and plant diversity in
the understory was described as poor.
Louisiana Water Thrush Habitat
The Louisiana water thrush (Seiurus motacilla), a special concern species is also documented
from this area. While all of these rare feature elements occur outside the annexation area,
potential impacts from stormwater discharges to Brown's Creek could occur. The Louisiana
water thrush is particularly sensitive to increased flows from stormwater because the bird nests
and feeds along the stream bank not far above the stream's normal water level. Increased flows
may inundate nesting and/or critical feeding areas.
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MITIGATION MEASURES FOR NATURAL COMMUNITIES/RARE FEATURES
The City of Stillwater has proposed goals and strategies to protect and restore natural
communities in the Brown's Creek Ravine, while developing opportunities for passive recreation
that are compatible with the long-term health of these communities. The section also includes
goals for managing oak forest communities, and mitigating for losses that may occur with
development of the Annexation Area.
Goal: Maintain or restore the quality of Brown's Creek and the Ravine Area,
including sustaining the health of the Louisiana water thrush habitat and trout
habitat, and maintain or restore native plant communities.
PROTECTION STRATEGIES:
1. Implement the stormwater diversion to McKusick Lake, Stormwater Management Plan,
infiltration strategies, other BMP's, and monitoring strategies described under Goal #1,
strategies 1-8, to maintain the current quality and quantity of stormwater flowing to the
Ravine from the Annexation Area, to maintain the Louisiana water thrush habitat and
hardwood seepage swamp communities.
2. Implement Stillwater's Shoreland/Bluffland Management Ordinance and Restrictive Soils
Ordinance to protect the Ravine, and encourage vegetated buffer strips with required 40'
setbacks from the bluff line to protect the natural slopes in the Ravine.
3. Work with the Minnesota DNR's Natural Heritage Program and Fisheries Division to
develop a restoration and management plan for the Brown's Creek Ravine, including
Louisiana water thrush and trout habitat and native plant communities that are part of the
Ravine complex. Adopt the plan as a part of the City's Parks and Open Space Plans.
Goal: Provide passive recreation opportunities that are compatible with the high quality
natural resources in the Brown's Creek Ravine Area.
PROTECTION STRATEGIES:
1. Implement Stillwater's Trails and Pathways Corridors Plan, including development of a
pedestrian path on one side of Brown's Creek within the Ravine. Work with the Minnesota
DNR Natural Heritage Program to locate and design the trail to avoid fragmentation,
disturbance and degradation of the native plant communities and Louisiana water thrush
habitat in the ravine. Work with the Minnesota DNR Division of Fisheries to design a trail
that is compatible with trout fishing activities and Angler Easements in the corridor.
Restrict foot traffic in the Ravine to the designated trail, to discourage erosion occurring on
slopes near the Stone Bridge and elsewhere in the Ravine.
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Goal: Implement Stillwater's Forest Protection Ordinance and encourage management,
protection, and restoration of woodland resources in the Annexation Area to r
provide functions such as stormwater infiltration, wildlife habitat, and climatic
amelioration.
PROTECTION STRATEGIES:
1. Implement Stillwater's Forest Protection Ordinance in the Annexation Area, requiring
protection or mitigation of forest resources affected by development activities. Add
standard Oak Wilt Protection Provisions to this Ordinance. (These provisions should
require that existing oak wilt be controlled before construction begins. Oak trees [including
exposed roots in trenches] should not be cut, pruned or injured between April 15 and July 1
of each year. If injury occurs during these months, wounds must be treated with a tree
wound dressing within 15 minutes or less to reduce infection potential. A vibratory plow
should be used to sever roots along the edge of any construction area prior to beginning
work. Tree protection zones should be fenced during construction to prevent all entry.)
2. Enforce Stillwater's Restrictive Soils Ordinance and Draft Shoreland Management
Ordinance to protect Oak Woodland areas adjacent to Long Lake and on steep slopes within
the proposed development area.
3. Require developers in the woodland area to complete Forest Management Plans that indicate
areas where development will occur, and identify management strategies to protect the health
and function of oak woodlands and mitigate for losses that occur due to development. The
Minnesota DNR Forestry Division or certified private foresters may be consulted for
assistance in developing management plans.
4. Encourage use of native or "naturalized" landscaping by homeowners in the Annexation
Area, to provide greater stormwater infiltration and more diverse wildlife habitat, and replace
some of the functions provided by the pre-development oak woodland. Encourage
developers to use native plants and naturalized plantings around stormwater ponds in
developed areas.
Goal: Identify potential wildlife and recreation corridors, parks and open space areas, and
adopt plans and development strategies for these areas. Include significant
natural community areas in these corridors and open space areas, and use
corridors to create connections between these areas.
PROTECTION STRATEGIES:
1. Implement goals and policies of the Stillwater Comprehensive Plan, Subdivision Ordinance
No. 837, and provisions of Resolution 96-242, including goals to complete development of
parks and trails plans for the city, and implementation of these plans through application of
these ordinances as the Annexation Area is developed. This plan should identify remaining
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native plant communities, important habitat areas, other natural areas, and corridor linkages
among these, and propose management plans for these areas, including trails and recreatio'n
areas where these are appropriate without compromising the quality of significant native
communities and habitats. The City should work with the DNR Division of Wildlife and
others as appropriate to design and implement an effective corridor system.
2. Coordinate activities to identify natural areas, wildlife corridors and recreation corridors with
greenway corridor planning at the Minnesota DNR, Land Stewardship Project, and
Washington County.
3. Map significant natural areas, woodland communities, corridor areas, etc. in the City's
Geographic Information System. Use development reviews to provide information and
direction to developers to use clustering, open space dedication, development design, and
other methods to protect these areas.
Jackson Wildlife Management Area
The Jackson Wildlife Management Area WMA) is a _ acre tract ofland located just north of
Long Lake. The Jackson WMA contains two open water/emergent marsh wetlands surrounded
by a mixture of old field/brushland and oak woodland. The wetlands are characterized by deep,
open water central portions with a narrow fringe of emergent marsh dominated by cattail, reed
canary grass and wool grass. The plant diversity of these wetlands is low and open water areas
do not appear to have significant beds of submerged or floating leaf aquatic vegetation.
The old field portions of the WMA contain a mixture of introduced grasses (smooth brome, blue
grass) along with dense stands of sumac and young trembling aspen which have all but invaded
most areas of old field. A small area of low quality oak woodland is present within the south
portion of the WMA
Impacts to the Jackson WMA wetlands are described in the discussion of wetland impacts
(wetland #12) of Item #12 (physical Impacts on Water Resources) There are no anticipated
impacts to upland areas of the WMA.
Long Lake, McKusick Lake, South Twin Lakes. These lakes are all located within, or receive
direct drainage from, the annexation area. The DNR classifies South Twin and Long Lake as
winter kill lakes, with the potential for good game fish populations when several years pass
without significant winter kill. Winter kill occurs on these lakes due to their shallow depth and
limited flow. These conditions result in oxygen depletion and game fish mortality during severe
winters. Game fish populations in these lakes are dominated by black crappie (pomoxis
nigromaculatus), sunfish (pomoxis spp.), northern pike (Esox lucius) and bullheads (Ictalurus
spp.). McKusick Lake is classed as a waterfowl lake by the DNR and is too shallow to support
game fish populations.
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Potential Impacts
Potential impacts from the annexation area to these lakes is primarily from stormwater runoff.
Sediment and phosphorus loading into these lakes during the year's ice-free period has the
potential to decrease depth and clarity, increase algae growth and boost oxygen demand through
greater decomposition during the critical winter months.
Increasing recreational use of these lakes as the Annexation Area develops may also cause
declines in water quality. Research in Minnesota and Wisconsin suggests that motorized
watercraft may cause temporary declines in water quality in lakes, particularly in shallow areas.
However, the affects of watercraft are far less than those of wind, urban runoff, and seasonal
change.
Long Lake outlets to Brown's Creek, and is currently experiencing water quantity and quality
problems related to runoff from its drainage area. Most of these problems are generated outside
the Annexation Area. The outlet at the north end of the lake is governed by a DNR permit that
restricts flow from May to September, to prevent the flow of warm water to Brown's Creek.
However, the outlet currently flows year-round, in violation of the permit, to prevent flooding of
homes near the lake. Analysis of impacts of development in the Annexation Area indicates that
this development will have little noticeable impact on the water quality and quantity status of
Long Lake.
Mitigative Measures For Long Lake, McKusick Lake and South Twin Lake
The City of Stillwater has proposed goals and strategies in this section to alleviate current
flooding problems on Long Lake, while maintaining or improving the water quality of Long
Lake, McKusick Lake and the St. Croix River as the Annexation Area develops. The section
also proposes adoption of stormwater management strategies for the area draining to South Twin
Lake.
Goal: Prevent future flooding and protect or improve the water quality of Long Lake.
PROTECTION STRATEGIES:
1. Replace the current outlet structure on Long Lake with a new structure that maintains a
normal lake level of 890.0 feet, and diverts flows above this level through the current
tributary channel to McKusick Lake.
2. Evaluate methods for improving water quality in Long Lake, including outlet improvements,
removal of sediments collected at the south end of the Long Lake, planting native aquatic
vegetation, and others. Use native vegetation when possible to aid in cleaning sediments
and nutrients from lake water, and to improve fish and wildlife habitat. Consider remedial
plans for developed areas draining to Long Lake to improve water quality, that address
modifications to the current system.
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3. Work with neighboring jurisdictions upstream from Long Lake and the Annexation Area, to
ensure that proper safeguard are implemented to protect the quality of Long Lake and other
surface waters.
4. Complete integrated water quality management plans for lakes in the Annexation Area.
5. Consider establishment of adequate public access to Long Lake, as this make increase
eligibility for funding sources to improve water quality.
Goal: Assure that solutions to Long Lake high water problems do not degrade the water
quality of McKusick Lake, Brown's Creek or the St. Croix River.
PROTECTION STRATEGIES:
1. Implement the diversion strategy from Long Lake to McKusick Lake Described in 2.0, Goal
1, No. 1. Allow sediment from Long Lake and the Annexation Area to settle along the
stream channel and in the wetlands north of McKusick Lake.
2. Require the use, management, and enforcement of Best Management Practices (BMP's) and
wet stormwater detention basins to control erosion and sedimentation during and after
construction of projects in the Annexation Area, to prevent sedimentation to Brown's Creek,
the St. Croix River, and other resources.
3. Implement City water surface use policies to minimize recreational impacts to water quality
and habitat in the Long Lake area.
4. Encourage lakeshore residents to maintain or restore a buffer of native vegetation to reduce
erosion and provide wildlife habitat.
5. Consider a City ordinance limiting the use of lawn fertilizers containing.phosphorus, and
educate residents about yard care practices to protect surface
water quality.
Goal: Protect the water quality of South Twin Lake.
PROTECTION STRATEGIES:
1. Implement the Stormwater Management Study for the Annexation Area Developed as a part
of the AUAR, including recommendations for the area north of the Minnesota Zephyr
railroad tracks that drains to South Twin Lake. This study sets forth recommendations for
the design and performance of stormwater detention basins to reduce peak flows and protect
water quality in South Twin Lake.
2. Require developers in the Annexation Area that flows to South Twin Lake to infiltrate and
detain stormwater runoff using the methods described in Section 2.0, Goal 1, Strategy 3.
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3. Adopt the City's proposed Shoreland Management Ordinance, including provisions for
vegetative buffers, fertilizer and lawn care management,. and other provisions that protect
lake water quality.
WILDLIFE
Diverse and abundant wildlife is dependant on the composition, quality and connectivity of
natural communities including forest, woodlands, wetlands and lakes. As Figure 10-1 (Cover
Type Map) and Figure 11-1 (Rare Feature Map) shows, the majority of these natural
communities, and hence wildlife habitat areas, are connected or adjacent to Brown's Creek, Long
Lake or the tributaries and wetland corridors between them. These areas are also linked to the
St. Croix River Valley via the lower valley of Brown's Creek, creating movement corridors for a
variety of insects, birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians. Some wildlife species in the
Annexation Area, such as the Louisiana water thrush (Seiurus motacilla), a state listed special
concern species, have very specialized habitat requirements and are easily impacted by
development. Other species, such as white-tail deer (Odocoileus virginianus) are very adaptable
and capable of surviving changes brought on by urban development.
The AUAR examined probable impacts of urbanization in the Annexation Area on wildlife
populations and habitat areas. Since many of the strategies identified for protection of the
Brown's Creek fishery, lakes, and wetlands in the Annexation Area will also benefit wildlife
habitat, these strategies will be considered as mitigative measures for wildlife impacts.
Mitigative Measure for Wildlife Resources
The City of Stillwater adopted a variety of strategies recommended by the Technical Advisory
Committee to achieve these goals. Strategies included in the Mitigation Plan include the
following:
1. Divert stormwater from Long Lake and the Annexation Area to McKusick Lake, to
protect Louisiana waterthrush habitat and natural communities in the Brown's Creek
Ravine. This includes proposals to alter the outlet from Long Lake that will improve
conditions for the Jackson Wildlife Management Area.
2. Implement and amend existing city ordiJiances as needed, including Shoreland/Bluftland
Management Ordinance, Restrictive Soils Ordinance, Trails and Open Space Plans, and Tree
Protection Ordinance to avoid impacts to wildlife habitat and natural communities.
3. Develop restoration and management plans and a trail plan for the Brown's Creek Ravine
Area, and require developers to complete forest management plans for the oak woodlands
west of Long Lake. These plans should emphasize avoidance or minimization of impacts
from development, and mitigate for necessary losses in oak woodlands.
4. Implement policies in the Stillwater Comprehensive Plan to complete development of
parks and trails plans for the city, and actively coordinate with other groups in the County
and the Metro Region that are developing corridors and greenway plans.
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12. Physical Impacts on Water Resources
Will the project involve the physical or hydrologic alteration
(dredging, filling, stream diversion, outfall structure, diking,
impoundment) of any surface water (lake, pond, wetland, stream,
drainage ditch)?
....x. Yes _ No
If yes, identify the water resource to be affected and describe: the
alteration, including the construction process; volumes of dredged
or fill material; area affected; length of stream diversion; water
surface area afficted; timing and extent of fluctuations in water
surface elevations; spoils disposal sites; and proposed mitigation
to minimize impacts.
Urban development proposed for the Annexation Area has the potential to impact lakes,
wetlands, and streams directly and indirectly. Impacts may occur to the immediate watershed
and downstream watersheds. Regional and local resources of particular concern include Brown's
Creek, Long Lake, and the St. Croix River.
The AUAR process analyzed surface water flows in to and out of all the lakes, wetlands and
streams under fully developed conditions in the Annexation Area and adjacent areas whose
stormwater flows through the Annexation Area. The process also analyzed potential impacts to
surface waters as a result of strategies proposed in the Mitigation Plan.
EXISTING CONDITIONS
Long Lake and the Jackson Wildlife Management Area wetlands: The existing watershed to
these basins is approximately 1,980 acres based on a combination of 10' contour information
from U.S. Geological Survey maps and scattered 2' contour maps. A previous study (Long Lake
Study-Phase 1 by Short Elliot Hendrickson (S.E.H.)) estimated the drainage area to be 2,182
acres. The difference appears largely due to mapping interpretation. The existing land surface is
approximately 45% impervious based on typical runoff coefficients using the Natural Resource
Conservation Service (NRCS) Curve Number methodology. Long Lake has been given an overall
quality grade ofC (average) by the Metropolitan Council's annual lake monitoring program
(1996 Study of the Water Quality in 66 Metropolitan Area Lakes).
Hydraulically, Long Lake and the adjacent Jackson Wildlife Management Area wetlands act as
one system because of the outlet control structure located at the culverts under CSAH 12. The
outlet rate control structure consists of a 1 foot wide sluice gate at the normal water level (NWL)
elevation 889' and a secondary spillway at 891.4'. With the rate control structure at CSAH 12,
the upstream channels between Long lake and the culverts act as flow equalizers because of their
greater flow capacity. The draw-down time (the time it takes for water levels to return to the
NWL after a storm event) for the Long LakeIWetland Complex is very long (see Table 12 -1).
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The impacts on the natural resources of the basin complex due to the long draw-down time are
the following: (l) It is generally accepted that sensitive wetland communities are negatively r
impacted by prolonged periods of inundation (flooding). (2) Storm events in close succession
will tend to cause average water levels to remain above the control outlet elevation thus reducing
the storage volume available for flood protection. (3) The narrow channel between the lake and
the wetlands is susceptible to sediment deposition and blockage by beaver activity which can
only increase the draw-down time for Long Lake and concerns regarding flood protection. (4)
There is a constant discharge of warm water from the Long Lake/W etland Complex into Browns
Creek and its cold water fishery if the specified discharge guidelines are not followed.
Brown's Creek The Browns Creek watershed encompasses approximately 28.3 square miles or
18,112 acres (Browns Creek Water Management Organization (BCWMO) 1990 Watershed
Management Plan). Much of the watershed drains to land-locked waterbodies, which slowly
infiltrate water into the soil. The direct contributing watershed (that which is hydraulically
connected excepting groundwater flow) to Browns Creek at the point of discharge into the St.
Croix River is approximately 15 square miles, or 9,600 acres (Figure 12-1). Where Brown's
Creek crosses HWY 96 and enters the annexation area of Stillwater, the direct contributing
watershed to Browns Creek is approximately 6.9 square miles, or 4,416 acres (School Section
Lake Adverse Impact Study by Montgomery Watson). Further downstream within Stillwater the
direct contributing watershed to Browns Creek at McKusick Road (CR 64) and the Glen Eagle
Golf Course is approximately 13.1 square miles, or 8,384 acres.
Peak flows were modeled using HydroCAD, a TR20 based hydrologic computer model, under
existing land cover conditions. The existing peak discharge in Browns Creek at McKusick Road
for various storm events is presented on Table 12-3. Just upstream of this crossing, Browns
Creek flows through a large wetland north of the present McKusick Lake basin. The wetland
complex is a floodplain for Browns Creek. This allows the creek to spread out and slow down
thus reducing the peak flow rate of Browns Creek at McKusick Road, but allowing the water to
warm.
McKusick Lake The watershed of McKusick Lake is approximately 549 acres (Long Lake
Study - Phase 2 by S.E.H.) not including the Lily Lake drainage area. Lily Lake, with a
watershed of approximately 580 acres (Lily Lake Storm Water Treatment Feasibility Report by
S.E.H.), is pumped into McKusick Lake through a 2 cfs lift station. McKusick Lake has a history
of poor water quality and has been given an overall grade ofD (severely impaired) by the
Metropolitan Council's annual lake monitoring program (1996 Study of the Water Quality in 66
Metropolitan Area Lakes. The poor water quality of McKusick Lake is likely a result of high
nutrient levels due surface runoff and internal loading caused by the release of nutrients from the
sediments under anoxic conditions (depletion of oxygen within the near water column).
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The Technical Advisory Committee for the AUAR recommended a variety of goals for surface
waters in the Annexation Area. These include the following;
· Protect and maintain the current quality of surface water inflows to Brown's Creek;
· Prevent future flooding and protect or improve the water quality of Long Lake;
· Assure that solutions to Long Lake high water problems do not degrade the water quality
of McKusick Lake, Brown's Creek, or the St. Croix River;
· Protect or improve the water quality of South Twin Lake;
· Promote a policy of "no-net-loss" of wetland functions and values in the
Annexation Area by avoiding and minimizing wetland impacts when feasible and
mitigatingfor unavoidable impacts; and
· Protect and maintain the quality of surface water flows to wetlands.
The City of Stillwater has adopted a variety of strategies recommended by the Technical
Advisory Committee to achieve these goals. In general, strategies included in the Mitigation
Plan to avoid, minimize or mitigate impacts to surface waters include the following:
1. Diversion of stormwater flows from Long Lake to prevent flooding and protect the water
quality and habitat of Brown's Creek;
2. Implement the Stormwater Management Study completed for the AUAR which requires
stormwater detention basins to protect the quality of all surfacewaters;
3. Require developers to reduce impervious surfaces, use strategies to infiltrate stormwater,
and design development to reduce stormwater discharges from new development to surface
waters in the Annexation Area;
4. Require the use of Best Management Practices and establishment of vegetated buffer
zones to minimize erosion and runoff to surface waters;
5. Conduct annual education programs for Area residents to encourage the adoption of
yardcare practices that minimize nonpoint source pollution;
6. Evaluate methods for improving water quality in Long Lake, including dredging
sediments and using aquatic vegetation and native shoreland
7. Implement existing Wetland regulations, complete a Comprehensive Wetland
Management Plan for the Annexation Area, and modify regulations to require establishment
of buffer zones around wetlands to protect water quality and habitat.
8. Require water quality monitoring to evaluate the effectiveness of strategies adopted in the
Mitigation Plan, and adjust management as needed to achieve goals identified for surface
waters.
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DISCUSSION OF IMPACTS AND MITIGATIVE MEASURES
Stormwater Management
To reduce the impact of development on Browns Creek within most of the annexation area,
improve the outlet of Long Lake, and potentially improve the aesthetics of McKusick Lake, the
creation of a low flow diversion to McKusick Lake is proposed. The diversion is proposed to be
located just south of the Minnesota Zephyr railroad line and west of Neal Avenue. At this point,
runofffrom approximately 5.4 square miles, or 3,456 acres, will be diverted to McKusick Lake.
Over one third of the existing Browns Creek drainage area is proposed to be diverted from
Browns Creek for small to moderate sized storm events. Assuming additional ponding is
provided in the City of Grant west of Mannings Avenue (CR 15), the entire runoff from a 3-inch,
24-hour rainfall event will be entirely diverted to McKusick Lake. During larger storm events a
portion of the runoff would overtop the diversion structure and enter Browns Creek. The
discussion below is based on the proposed diversion.
The computer models generated for this draft report were carried out using the computer software
HydroCAD (TR20 based) and XP-SWMM (based on the EPA's StormWater Manal:ement
Model). Previous models developed by others were used to supplement the modeling of Browns
Creek (Montgomery Watson) and Long Lake (Short Elliot Hendrickson). These models were
assumed to be accurate for the purposes of this review and generated within industry standards.
Long Lake and the Jackson Wildlife Management Area wetlands. The low flow diversion to
McKusick Lake meets and exceeds the original intention of the rate control structure at CSAH
12. Therefore, the rate control structure for the Long Lake/Wetland complex is proposed to be
removed. The two 30" culverts immediately downstream of the existing rate control structure
would be fully operational year round. The discharge channels from Long Lake north of
Interlachen Road (7200 St.) and through the Jackson Wildlife Area wetlands are proposed to be
converted to wetlands to enhance the existing wetlands, provide wetland mitigation opportunities
for Stillwater and improve the conveyance of surface water by eliminating those areas susceptible
to debris collection and beaver activity. Long Lake and its associated wetlands will continue to
hydraulically act as one system with the proposed changes. This is advantageous for the
following reasons: (1) To fully utilize the available storage volume above the Long Lake NWL
(889' -890') for flood protection. (2) To minimiZe the bounce in water levels during storm
events. (3) To slowly release water from the Long Lake/Wetland Complex and eliminate undue
stress on downstream waterbodies. (4) Reduce the cost to convey water under CSAH 12 and
areas further downstream.
Two scenarios are given for Long Lake in an effort to provide options for the City of Stillwater.
Option #1 maintains the NWL of Long Lake at 889', the current "structural" NWL of the Long
Lake/Wetland Complex. The NWL of the wetlands would remain at the present elevation of
889'. This is approximately one foot below the current "operational" NWL of Long Lake due to
beaver activity and the collection of debris in the existing channels between the wetlands of
Jackson Wildlife Management Areas.
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(1) Modeling assumes existing channels between Long Lake and wetlands are clear of debris.
(2) The sluice gate at CSAH 12 was assumed open.
(3) The existing outlet structure at CSAH 12 is the governing outlet for
the wetlands and Long Lake.
(4) The two 30" CMP culverts connecting Long Lake to the wetlands act as equilizers
because of their greater capacity.
(5) The current outlet structures for Long Lake and the wetlands (CSAH 12) cause the
basins to act as one hydraulic system during storm events.
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3 3 vear 3 NA 890.4 15
3.5 5 vear 5 NA 890.8 23
5.9 1 00 vear 8 4 892.7 59
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Long Lake with NWL of 890'
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Rainfall 24-hour 890' 891' Water Discharge
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3 3 year 3 NA 890.9 38
3.5 5 year 4 1 891.2 50
5.9 100 year 6 3 893 93
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(1) Long Lake and the DNR wetlands outlets have been designed so that the two basins
continue to act as one system during storm events.
(2) The existing outlet control structure (sluice gate and wier) at CSAH 12 will be removed
(3) For option #1, the existing (2)-30. culverts are adequate to maintain a 100-yr HWL of 893'.
(4) For option #2, the NWL of Long Lake will be maintained at 890' by a control structure (weir).
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Option #2 proposes a NWL for Long Lake of 890'. This level benefits the Lake residents as they
are familiar with the lake level at this point. Some residences are concerned that Long Lake may
dry up due to its shallow depth if Long Lake returns to a NWL of 889'. Aerial photos taken in
the drought years of the 1960's show Long Lake almost completely dry. The watershed at that
time was mostly undeveloped. However given the watershed size of Long Lake and the large
amount of impervious cover that currently exists in its watershed, the possibility of Long Lake
drying up is negligible. In order to maintain a 100-year HWL of 893 under this option, an
additional 30" culvert will be necessary to complement the two existing 30" culverts under
CSAH 12.
There are many benefits to maintaining Long Lake at 889' under option #1. These benefits will
be explained in detail below. Briefly the benefits are the following:
(1) An additional culvert under CSAH 12 and its associated cost will not be necessary.
(2) The peak discharge rates for the smaller more common storm events will be comparable
to present discharge rates (see Table 12-1b). Erosion of downstream wetlands and the loss
of channel stability for the stream channel south of Boutwell Road will not be a concern.
(3) Increased infiltration of surface water into the soil due to the slower release of water
from the Long LakelW etland Complex.
(4) The size and associated cost of the low flow diversion structure to McKusick Lake will
be less.
(5) The cost of rerouting Browns Creek around the expanded McKusick Lake basin will be
less.
(6) The HWL and draw-down time of McKusick Lake with the proposed diversion will be
substantially less for the smaller more frequent storm events.
Benefits of both options are the following;
(1) The draw-down time for the Long Lake Complex with the proposed changes will be
significantly reduced (see Table 12-1b & 12-1c).
(2) Inundation of sensitive wetland plants will be significantly reduced.
(3) The storage volume available for flood protection will be maintained.
McKusick Lake. The basin of McKusick Lake will be expanded to accommodate the increased
drainage resulting from the proposed low flow diversion. It is propose to expand the lake basin
by removing the existing dike along the northern edge of McKusick Lake and building another
dike further north along the Oak Glen Golf Course. A large portion of the wetland north of the
present lake basin will be incorporated within the expanded McKusick Lake basin. Brown's
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Creek, which presently flows through this wetland, will be rerouted around the northern edge of
the lake basin to keep the stream flow out of McKusick Lake. A portion of McKusick Road Will
need to be protected from flooding by an expanded McKusick Lake by constructing dikes along
the roadway.
The expanded McKusick Lake basin has been designed to minimize the use of the proposed
secondary spillway out of McKusick Lake into Brown's Creek and maintain high water levels at
acceptable levels. The primary outlet from McKusick Lake consists of a drop inlet structure with
stop logs to control the NWL discharging into a 21" pipe under Laurel Street and into a large
ravine. The ravine flows easterly towards the St. Croix being carried in a pipe through the
downtown area. During larger storm events, a secondary outlet consisting of a spillway over the
proposed dike located at the north end of McKusick Lake will be utilized to control high water
levels. Water flowing over the spillway will discharge into Browns Creek just upstream of
McKusick Road.
The NWL of McKusick Lake is presently 852.3'. It is proposed to lower the "structural" NWL
to 851'. However, any actual drop in water levels will be much smaller. The "operational" NWL
is estimated to be between 851.5' and 852' due to the increased drainage area from the low flow
diversion into McKusick Lake and the increase in time which McKusick Lake is receiving runoff
and discharging water through its primary outlet.
The NWL of Long Lake and the resulting effect on the rate of water released from Long Lake
will affect the amount of water level fluctuation in McKusick Lake and the time necessary to
drain McKusick down to its operational NWL. The high water elevation and draw-down time
for McKusick Lake based on single storm events reflecting two scenarios for Long Lake are
given in Tables 12-2a and 12-2b. Long Lake scenario #1 with a NWL of 889 will result in
smaller water level fluctuation for McKusick Lake for all storm events and a smaller draw-down
time for all but the very large but infrequent storm events compared to Long Lake scenario #2.
The slower Long Lake releases water, the more water is diverted to McKusick during the very
large storm events, which explains the longer draw-down time for McKusick under Long Lake
scenario # 1 for those very large storm events.
Because the proposed watershed for McKusick Lake is very large and the primary outlet releases
water very slowly (peak discharge of 14 cfs with McKusick Lake at 854 '), it was necessary to
model the behavior McKusick Lake during a multiple storm event continuous simulation to
address the following concerns:
(1) Will lake levels in McKusick Lake rise and fall throughout the summer months,
maintaining the storage volume necessary to divert flow from Browns Creek, or will lake
levels rise and remain at of above the secondary spillway elevation for most of the summer
months?
(2) To verify that an "operational" water surface elevation above the structural outlet
elevation will be maintained during most summer months.
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To address this issue, the entire rainfall events that occurred during 1993 were selected to model
the behavior of McKusick Lake. The 1993 water year was exceptionally wet with 40 days or'
rainfall during the summer months. Thirteen days had rainfall greater than 0.6 inches. For
comparison, Minneapolis has on average a total of 18 storm events with a mean storm duration
of 7.2 hours during the summer months (ESE National Precipitation Databook). Figure 12-2 is
the 1993 precipitation record compiled by the National Weather Service at the Minneapolis/St.
Paul Airport from April to November.
The modeled behavior of McKusick Lake assuming Long Lake scenario #2 (worst case in terms
of McKusick Lake draw-down time) using 1993 precipitation data is shown in Figure 12-3. The
modeling results indicate the following:
(1) McKusick Lake levels will rise with storms in close succession, but will return to the
"operational" NWL with average rain conditions.
(2) Even during the unusually wet summer of 1993, the secondary spillway would have been
only been in use for approximately 1.5 weeks.
(3) An operational NWL (851.5 - 852') is observed above the proposed primary outlet
elevation of 851 '. The modeling under Long Lake option # 1 was not undertaken. However,
based on comparison of Tables 12-2a and 12-2b, and the behavior of McKusick Lake the
following conclusions can be drawn: (1) The magnitude and duration water surface bounce
in McKusick Lake would be less. (2) The secondary spillway would be used for a shorter
period of time or maybe not at all. (3) The fluctuation oflake water levels around its
"operational" NWL will be smaller and more gradual.
The benefits for McKusick Lake in expanding its basin and watershed are the following. (1) The
existing watershed of McKusick Lake (not including Lily Lake) has very few ponds to improve
the quality of runoff before discharging into McKusick Lake. This contributes to the water
quality problems ofMcKusick. The runoff diverted into McKusick Lake will have gone through
water quantity/quality ponds to remove sediment and some nutrients. The increased volume of
runoff with improved overall quality into McKusick Lake will decrease the residence time of
water in the lake and increase the circulation within McKusick Lake giving less time for anoxic
conditions to develop and possibly improve the lake's overall aesthetic water quality. One
possible drawback to improved water quality, may be the possibility of increased macrophyte
growth (aquatic weeds). (2) The visual esthetic value of the lake will increase with the removal
of the existing dike and its intrusion into the public landscape. Its replacement will utilize the
existing topography and visually blend into the landscape.
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Table 12. 2a
Scenario with Long Lake option #1 and proposed pondlng In City of Grant
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3.5 5 vear 12 6 NA 853.3
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Rainfall 24-hour 852' 853' 854' Water
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2.3 1 vear 4 NA NA 852.3
3 3 vear 10 5 NA 853.5
3.5 5 vear 13 8 3 854.1
4.2 10 vear 14 9 4 854.3
5.9 100 vear 15 11 6 854.5
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existing topography to capture runoff from upstream watershed encompassing portions of the
Cities of Stillwater, Grant, Oak Park Heights, and Bayport Township.
The structure design described below is intended to divert the entire runoff from a 3" rainfall
event provided a few regional ponds west of Manning Ave. (CR 15) in the City of Grant are
excavated. Without this ponding, the size of storm entirely diverted is reduced to a 2.5" rainfall
event. The reduction in storm size will be due to higher runoff peak flows carried by the stream
channel immediately upstream of the proposed diversion structure. The structure will be
designed to have the ability to pass a base flow of 2 cfs from groundwater fed springs located
upstream through a sluice gate at the bottom of the diversion structure to Browns Creek (Figure
12-5). During storm events, the temperature of the base flow would be diluted with warmer
stormwater runoff, but at a much smaller rate and volume then currently exists. The sluice gate
could have the option of closing automatically as the runoff rates and corresponding water levels
began to rise behind the diversion structure thereby closing off the upstream watershed from
Brown's Creek entirely. If in the future it is decided that passing the base flow is insignificant,
the sluice gate could be used and flow from the upstream groundwater fed springs could enter
Browns Creek and contribute to its base flow. The low flow diversion conduit to McKusick Lake
consists of a 42" pipe with its invert above the sluice gate opening. The diversion structure itself
(located just downstream of 42" pipe) is proposed to be either a concrete or a steel sheet pilling
dike. A portion of the runoff from storm events greater than the design storm event carried
entirely by the 42" pipe will spill over the diversion structure into Browns Creek. The size of the
diversion structure is dependent on the discharge rate from Long Lake. With Long Lake scenario
#1, the height of the diversion structure and width of the spillway will be smaller and cheaper to
construct.
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Browns Creek Diversion Around McKusick Lake: Under the proposed plan, the existing
channel of Browns Creek passing through what will be the expanded McKusick Lake basin is'
unavailable to Browns Creek. To minimize the amount of dike that must be constructed in poor
soils in order to contain McKusick Lake, it is proposed to use as much of the existing topography
as possible. As part of this strategy, land immediately bordering Oak Glen Golf Course will be
utilized to contain McKusick Lake and build a dike where necessary. The secondary spillway
would be located where the existing Browns Creek channel leaves the existing wetland and
reenters the Oak Glen property. Browns Creek itself will be rerouted to flow north of the
existing railroad line and cross under the railroad line to enter its existing channel just west of
McKusick Road (CR 64). The new channel is proposed to be designed to carry a 100-year event
and will require to portion of it to be contained within box culverts to avoid excavation near an
existing home. The size of the culvert and channel is dependent on the 100-year design flow
rate. The culverts could be designed provide a sediment bed material with deflectors to simulate
a naturally morphologic pattern if fisheries above and through this structure was anticipated.
Table 12-3 gives the peak flow rate at McKusick Road for various storm events given a variety
of scenarios concerning Long Lake and ponding west of Manning Ave. in the City of Grant.
Existing peak discharge rates for Browns Creek are also given for comparison.
The benefits for Browns Creek are the following: (1) The cold water fishery and associated
wildlife habitat of Browns Creek will be improved by the diversion of warm water flow away
from Browns Creek and into McKusick Lake. The diversion structure will divert the entire
runoff from a 3" rainfall event (assuming ponding west of Manning Ave. in the City of Grant,
2.5" otherwise). The average rainfall depth per storm event during the spring/summer months is
slightly more than ~ inch (ESE National Precipitation Databook). (2) The peak flow rates in
Browns Creek at McKusick Road and Oak Glen Golf Course will be significantly reduced for
small to moderate sized storm events (see Table 12-3). The peak flow rate during large storm
events will be less than current conditions or slightly greater depending on the outlet of Long
Lake, whether additional ponding will occur in the City of Grant just west of Manning Ave. (CR
15), and what occurs in other parts of the Brown's Creek watershed beyond the scope of this
reVIew.
Ponding in Stillwater: As the area proposed to be annexed by Stillwater is developed, water
quality and quantity ponds will be constructed to reduce environmental impacts, control flow
rates and high water levels in downstream waterbodies and reduce downstream storm water
conveyance costs. The proposed drainage districts, ponds, stream corridors and storm sewer
locations are shown on Figure 12-4. Each major drainage district was further subdivided into
subdistricts. Each subdistrict is identified by the abbreviation of the major drainage district
followed by the number of the subdistrict. The areas of each subdistrict are given in Table 12-4.
Information on ponds located with subdistricts is presented in Table 12-5. Ponds are identified
with a letter P followed by the subdistrict name within which it is located. Information presented
in Table 12-5 includes pond area, storage volume, normal and high water levels and peak
outflow.
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Proposed Pondina in Grant No Dondin!] in Grant
Return Existing -S-cenarlo Scenario Scenario Scenario
frequency in Peak with Long with Long with Long with Long
Rainfall 24.hour Flow Rate Lake option Lake option Lake option Lake option
(inches) Derlod lcfs) #1 #2 #1 #2
2.3 1 vear 70 45 45 45 45
3 3 vear 130 85 85 90 85
3.5 5 vear 185 135 135 155 165
4.2 10 vear 245 215 240 240 260
5.9 100 year 395 370 400 410 440
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(1) Browns Cr hydrograph at HWY 96 was obtained using the hydrologic model
developed by Montgomery Watson for the School Section Lake Adverse Impact Study.
No flow was assumed from landlocked lakes in the City of Hugo and May Township.
(2) Proposed flow rates are with low flow diversion to McKusick Lake (runoff from 3" rainfall)
and base flow of (2cfs) allowed to pass to Browns Creek.
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Area Area
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L101 84.5 M101 70
L102 104.5 M102 30
L103 239 M103 55
L104 150 M104 100
L105 63 M105 460
L106 29 Total 715
L107 134
L108 103
L109 152
L110* 555
L111 269
T otal** 1883
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Designation (acres) Designation (acres) Designation (acres)
8101 50 8201 50 8301 16
8102 240 8202 48 8302 24
8103* 73 8203 205 8303 15
8104* 71 8204 55 8304 100
8105 19 8205 45 8305 135
Total 453 8206 195 Total 290
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Total 761
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Normal High Pond Pond
Water Water Area @ Area @ Storage Peak
Level Level NWL HWL Volume Outflow
Pond # (feet) (feet) (feet) (feet) (ac-ft) (cfs) Comments
Long Lake Drainage District
P-L 104 900 905 4.4 5.4 23.7 23
P-L 105 895 896.5 10 10.5 12.8 3 existina landlocked oond
P-L 106 900 904.5 5 6 43.4 153 .
P-L 107 890 895.5 4 4.85 24.7 135 discharae based on existina flow from Bavport T.
P-L 108 951.7 957.5 0.85 2.2 8.9 12 existing
Stillwater Drainage District
P-S101 935 936.5 0 3 2.3 7 existina
P-S102 905 910 6 7.1 32.5 45 proposed pond in Grant
P-S103a 904 908.5 3 3.7 14 6
P-S103b 897 903.5 0 4.5 11 44 peak discharae assumes pondina in Grant
P-S104 901 905.5 2.5 3.2 12.5 7.5
P-S105 909 914.5 0.5 0.9 3.8 1.5
P-S201 908 913 1 1.5 6 12 proposed pond in Grant
P-S202 905 910 1 1.5 6 12 proposed pond in Grant
P-S203 5 5.85 900 906 32 26 proposed pond in Grant
P-S204 905 910 1.5 2.2 8.5 8 proposed pond in Grant
P-S205 896 903.5 1.3 1.8 6.8 14 peak discharge assumes ponding in Grant
P-S206 885 889 0 10.9 21.7 132 [peak discharge assumes ponding in Grant
P-S208 910 911.5 4 4.2 7.9 4 estimated size of existina depression
P-S209 885 888 0 2 3.7 65 assumes Lona Lake scenario #1
P-S301 920 921.5 0 0.1 0.1 7 existina
P-S302 915 916.5 1 2 3.7 1 currentlv a landlocked depression in Grant
P-S303 913 915 0.2 0.3 0.5 8.5 existina
P-S304 900 905 3.5 4.3 19.7 17.5
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Browns Creek Drainage District
P-B101 895 897 0 0.8 2.2 28 existina oond
P-B102 862 868 0 2.3 9.1 225 existina oond
P-B103 855.4 861 0 1.6 4.4 360 assumes Long Lake scenario #1 & oondina in Grant
P-B104 850 852.5 1 1.1 2.7 28 existina oond
P-B 105 848.2 854 0 1.5 4.8 365 assumes Long Lake scenario #1 & ponding in Grant
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P-M103 854 856 5 5.7 11.2 13.5 existina
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The storage volume presented in Table 12-5 is dry storage only. The permanent wet volume of a
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pond for water quality (wet storage) will be designed during development (within Stillwater)
using the Walker pond model, or as directed by the City of Stillwater. Development in areas
where no rate control pond is proposed will still be required to construct water quality ponds as
directed by the City of Stillwater. The permanent wet volume in a pond is designed to trap much
of the incoming sediment before water discharges into downstream waterbodies. The design of
an aquatic bench along the edge of ponds promotes the removal of dissolved nutrients by
biological uptake and provides a level of safety for children. The residence time of water within
a water quality pond is important to achieve sedimentation and allow for biological uptake of
nutrients between storm events. Where feasible, local water quality ponds should be designed
"offline" from the upstream watershed. This is to prevent flushing of water quality ponds prior
to "treatment" with water from the upstream watershed that has already passed through water
quality ponds. A summary of special concerns are presented below:
Pond P-L 106, a 5 acre pond, is proposed to collect local runoff and discharge from the Market
Place pond east ofCR 5 and flows conveyed along CR 5. This pond is designed to discharge
through a high capacity drop inlet structure and sized to convey storm water through a single 54"
pipe. The size of this pond or its outlet could be reduced if additional rate reduction is achieved
in the existing Market Place pond. There appears to be some room to expand the pond to the
northeast along the entrance road. Based on the analysis completed by S.E.H. for the Long Lake
Study - Phase 1, several ponds upstream of pond P-L106 do not have the storage capacity for a
100-year storm event. It is recommended that the entire upstream system be reviewed to
eliminate or reduce local flooding concerns and improve the City's storm water conveyance
system.
Pond P-SI03a is proposed to collect runoff from development east of Manning Ave. Pond P-
Sl03b is proposed collect runoff from subdistricts S101, S102, and 8103 and utilizes the existing
floodplain south ofCSAH 12 for additional rate control. The 54" culvert presently conveying
flow under CSAH 12 is oversized. An outlet control structure in front of the 54" culvert is
proposed to reduce peak flow. The rate control provided by pond P-S 1 03a could be incorporated
into pond P-SI03a if the City desires. However, water quality ponding within the proposed Cudd
Development should be provided "off line" from drainage of subdistricts S 101, and S 1 02.
The drainage area proposed for ponds P-S 1 03 and P-S 1 04 by Charles Cudd development
includes land that currently drains to Long Lake. Overland drainage routes supplemented with
stormwater infrastructure to capture the 100-year runoff from roads that would otherwise direct
overland runoff to Long Lake will be necessary to maintain the hydrologic borders ofSl04.
However, with the proposed outlet changes to Long Lake it is no longer necessary to divert
runoff away from Long Lake. Therefore, existing drainage patterns could be maintained.
Additional water quality and quantity ponding will be necessary should existing drainage patterns
be maintained.
Pond P-MI01 represents a series of ponds with no direct outlet. Based on conversations with
City staff, the main pond located just north ofCSAH 12 intermittently outlets through a 24" pipe
that normally drains into the pond. This occurs when water levels rise sufficiently high enough
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to cause water to backup into the 24" pipe and force water out the upstream end. The water is
then force to drain into wetland located in drainage subdistrict M102. The pond was modeled'to
drain through a 1 cfs lift station. This area should be reviewed more closely with the aid of2'
contours to determine the ultimate solution (lift station or gravity outlet).
Ponding west of Manning Ave. (CR 15) in the City of Grant: To increase the efficiency of
the proposed diversion to McKusick Lake, reduce costs associated with the rerouting of Browns
Creek by the expanded McKusick Lake basin, a few regional ponds are proposed west of
Manning Ave. An added benefit of these ponds will be a reduction in the sediment load carried
by runoff from agricultural fields into Browns Creek and McKusick Lake. The proposed
regional ponds are P-SI02, P-S201, P-S202, and P-S203.
The drainage area of pond P-S 1 02 is approximately 240 acres. Its current outlet is a 30" RCP
culvert. A 6 acre pond is proposed to reduce the peak discharge rate out of the 30" culvert and
provide 100-year flood protection for Manning Ave. (CR 15).
The drainage areas of ponds P-S201 and P-S202 are approximately 50 and 48 acres respectively.
The existing outlets for both ponds are 30" CMP culverts. Both ponds are proposed to be
approximately 1 acre in size. Outlet control structures (15" diameter orifice plates) are needed to
reduce the peak discharge from the culverts.
The drainage area of pond P-S203 is approximately 205 acres. The current outlet is one 54" RCP
culvert and one 4' x 6' concrete tunnel. With these two large culverts, no significant ponding
presently occurs. To create pond P-S203, a 5 acre pond is proposed to be excavated. The 4' x 6'
concrete underpass is proposed to be abandoned and a 21" diameter outlet control structure
placed in front of the 54" culvert.
Watershed Concerns: The capacity of McKusick to absorb the increase in runoff volume due
to an expanding watershed is limited. The low flow diversion to McKusick will remain an
operational reality provided the watershed is not expanded much further than its presently
proposed borders. As development occurs to the west, the potential of creating outlets for
landlocked ponds exists. Should outlets be proposed from these ponds it is strongly
recommended that the discharge be directed into' Browns Creek rather than McKusick Lake.
There are environmental concerns for Browns Creek with proposals to outlet presently
landlocked ponds and the resulting increase of warm water discharge on the cold water fishery
and associated wildlife of Browns Creek.
Presently the City of Grant is committed to the developm.ent of large residential lots (10 acres per
lot) to maintain the rural character of the City. This philosophy combined with efforts to educate
developers and the general population to the benefits to maintaining landlocked ponds will
reduce or eliminate the pressure to create outlets for ponds and wetlands with no current outlet.
The location of residences around landlocked ponds and wetlands should be managed by City
ordinances and policy to protect homes from fluctuating water levels.
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The 1995 plan for the Valley Branch Watershed District proposes to divert flow from
Sunnybrook Lake into the Brown's Creek Watershed. This proposal is not recommended
without further review for the same reasons given above for landlocked ponds. It is
recommended that discharge from Sunnybrook Lake follow its existing drainage route away from
the Browns Creek Watershed unless further hydrologic and environmental review is undertaken
to quantify the impacts to the creek. In addition, a portion of the Valley Branch Watershed (most
of subwatershed CL V -7) that is supposed to drain to the south into Cloverdale Lake and
Goetschel Ponds presently drains north into Long Lake and the Browns Creek Watershed.
Commercial development in this subwatershed has created a pond (locally known as Kerns Pond)
that routes flow north instead of it historic drainage pattern to the south. The runoff volume from
commercial development is very large compared to residential and undeveloped conditions. It is
recommended that the outflow from this pond be reviewed and possibly rerouted to the south as
proposed by the Valley Branch Watershed. The City of Stillwater does not have the authority to
address these problems and will rely on the watershed district to address problems within the
watershed.
A portion of the watershed for Long Lake extends south ofHWY 36. The portion along
Manning Ave (CR 15) is within Bayport Township (approximately 245 acres). The topography
within Bayport Township just south ofHWY 36 is rather extreme and will likely be developed as
commercial. A 30" culvert currently conveys runoff from Bayport under HWY 36. When this
area develops, the peak discharge is proposed to be limited to 10 cfs. Oak Park Heights makes
up the remaining watershed south ofHWY 36 (approximately 269 acres). Oak Park Heights
Annexation Study stormwater management plan within the Long Lake watershed has been
incorporated into the watershed modeling conducted as part of this review.
DISCUSSION OF WETLAND IMP ACTS RELATED TO THE
McKUSICK LAKE DIVERSION
Long Lake/McKusick Lake Wetland Impact
Table 12-6 provides a summary of wetland community types and anticipated impacts from
changes in the Long Lake outlet structure and the McKusick Lake diversion. These wetlands are
shown in Figure 12-6. For each wetland community, the existing wetland community type and
mean wetland elevation is shown. Based on exiSting and future conditions modeled for the 3
inch, 3 year-24 hour return frequency storm, the high water elevation, maximum bounce and
predicted duration of inundation has been estimated for the McKusick Lake wetland, Jackson
WMA wetland and wetland communities adjacent to the Long Lake tributary. Based on
conversations with ecologist of the DNR and USCOE we have evaluated impacts to wetland
communities and predicted future wetland community composition.
The greatest potential impact will likely occur with wetland communities # 1 and #2. These
moderate quality sedge meadow wetland communities occur within a topographic low point in
the McKusick Lake wetland complex and are dominated by tussock sedge, lake sedge, reed
canary and scattered willow shrubs. Under existing conditions, this wetland acts as a floodplain
for Brown's Creek, and bounces approximately 0.4 feet with a duration of approximately 1.5
days. Under future conditions, bounce will increase to about 1.5 feet and duration of inundation
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will increase to 11 days. Based on modeling actual summer time rainfall during 1993, a
particularly wet year, it does not appear that the average water level elevation will change
significantly from existing conditions. The likely impact will be a shift from sedge meadow to
emergent marsh wetland communities. An additional potential impact could be a shift towards
greater dominance by nonnative species, particularly reed canary grass and broad-leaved cattail,
both of which respond positively to increased bounce and nutrient availability.
Wetland community #3 is presently a moderate quality mixed emergent marsh dominated by
cattail, lake sedge, blue joint grass, wool grass and pockets of reed canary grass. It is estimated
that bounce within this wetland will be approximately 2.2 feet for a duration of 11 days. It is
likely that this wetland community will remain a mixed emergent marsh, however, species
diversity may decline with a gradual dominance by reed canary grass over time.
Wetland community #4 is a shrub swamp dominated by speckled alder and reed canary. Because
this wetland community is above the elevation of all but the larger storm events, it is not likely
that significant changes in wetland community type will occur.
Wetland community #5 is a low quality wet meadow dominated by reed canary grass with
scattered pockets of buckthorn and speckled alder shrubs and box elder trees. Although most of
this wetland community is above the elevation inundated by smaller storm events, it may be
possible to block the old creek channel and divert flow from the diversion in a sheet-like fashion
over this wetland community causing inundation to occur on a more frequent basis. If wet
enough conditions are created, it may be possible (although not highly likely) to shift the plant
community towards more native species. Diverting water over this wetland area may also allow
for filtering out of sediment and nutrients prior to the diverted water reaching better quality
wetland areas and the open lake basin of Lake McKusick.
Wetland community #6 is a low to moderate quality shrub swamp dominated by buckthorn, red
osier dogwood, speckled alder, willow and reed canary. Most of this community is located on
top of an old dredge spoil pile created when the Brown's Creek Ditch was constructed. This
dredge spoil pile occurs along the entire length of the Brown's Creek.ditch within the McKusick
Lake wetland. Because most of this community is above the elevation of inundation from
smaller storm events, it is not anticipated that significant changes to wetland community type
will occur.
Wetland community #7 is a small, low quality minerotrophic tamarack swamp. This community
contains all of the common species listed for community #6 in addition to black ash and
tamarack. This community occurs on a topographic high point and appears to be a groundwater
discharge point with numerous springs bubbling out of the ground and seeping into the Brown's
Creek ditch. Most of the black ash and tamarack trees in this wetland are in the 6 to 10 inch
diameter size class with no younger trees or other signs of regeneration present. There did not
appear to be the necessary ground cover of sphagnum or feather mosses necessary for tamarack
seed germination. This community is presently in decline and eventually succeed to a shrub
swamp. Since the majority of this community is above the elevation of inundation for all but
large storm events, it is unlikely that proposed future conditions will result in significant impacts.
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Wetland community #8 is a shoreline fringe of emergent vegetation and shrubs dominated by
reed canary, cattail and buckthorn. Since little change is expected in the water level of this area
(this area is presently part of the McKusick Lake basin), no major shift in wetland community is
expected.
Wetland community #9 is a low quality wet meadow dominated by reed canary. This wetland
community occurs within the floodplain of the Long Lake tributary system just south of the
Zephyr Railroad. Within the southern portion of this community are several small pockets of
better quality emergent marsh with cattail and sedges mixed in with reed canary grass. This
wetland community will likely experience a considerable increase in bounce with up to 4 feet of
inundation possible during the smaller storm events. The large increase in bounce will occur due
to the diversion structure being located at the downstream end of this wetland where the Brown's
Creek tributary outlets under the Zephyr railroad track. It is unlikely that any substantial change
will occur to this wetland community as it is presently dominated by reed canary grass.
Wetland community # 1 0 is a shrub swamp which occurs upslope from wetland community #9.
Under existing conditions, the elevation of this wetland is above the influence of stormwater
bounce for smaller storm events. Under future conditions, this wetland will be inundated by an
average of2.7 feet of water. The duration of inundation, however, will be relatively short,
approximately one to two days. Because of the short time span of inundation, it is unlikely that a
wetland community shift will occur.
Wetland community #11 includes the two wetland basins within the JaCKson Wildlife
Management Area. Both of these wetlands are low quality open water emergent marsh wetlands
characterized by deep, open water areas in their center and narrow emergent marsh fringes
dominated by reed canary grass, cattails and scattered clumps of wool grass. Under existing
conditions, these wetlands bounce approximately one foot for a duration of up to 16 days. This
situation will improve under future conditions due to changes in the outlet structure at CSAH 12.
Because the capacity of the outlet structure will be increased significantly, the bounce will be
reduced to about 0.7 feet and the duration of inundation will only be about three days.
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(Ac) Elevation High Water Maximum Duration of High Water Maximum Duration of
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(Ft) (Ft) (Days) (Ft) (Ft) (Days) .
I Sedge Meadow 6.9 851.0 851.4 0.4 1.5 853.5 2.5 10.9 Mixed Emergent marsh
2 Sedge Meadow 1.1 851.5 851.4 0.1 1.5 853.5 2.0 10.9 Mixed Emergent Marsh
3 Mixed Emergent Marsh 15.3 851.3 851.4 0.2 1.5 853.5 2.2 10.9 Mixed Emergent Marsh
4 Shrub Swamp 6.5 855.5 851.4 0 1.5 853.5 0 0 Shrub Swamp
5 Wet Meadow 19.7 853.2 851.4 0 1.5 853.5 0.3 4.8 Wet Meadow
6 Shrub Swamp 7.8 855.0 851.4 0 1.5 853.5 0 0 Shrub Swamp
7 Minerotrophic Tamarack 1.6 855.5 851.4 0 1.5 853.5 0 0 Shrub Swamp
8 Mixed Emergent Marsh 6.1 851.0 851.4 0.4 1.5 853.5 2,5 10.9 Mixed Emergent Marsh
9 Wet Meadow 3.5 866.0 867.7 1.7 1.2 871.2 5.2 4.6 Wet Meadow
10 Shrub Swamp 5.6 868.5 867.7 0 1.2 871.2 2.7 1.7 Shrub Swamp
11 Open WaterlEmergent 17.6 *890.2 891.2 1.0 16.2 890.9 0.7 2.9 Open Water/Emergent Marsh
Marsh
* Elevation at waterline of wetland
AssUlllCll a 3' raiDfaIl for a 3 year retum frequeDcy in a 24 hour period.
AssmqIlious made for McKusiclt Lake wetlauda
Assumes a baseftow of 2 cD allowed to pass iDto BroWD'. Cleek from diversion poiDl.
Tbc emire nmoff from a 3" raiDfaIl wiD be IefaiDed wilbiD tbe apaIIIIed McKusiclt Lake basin with diversion of flow from Long Lake Iribulary .ystem to McKusicIt Lake through a 42" pipe.
Tbc emire proposed watcnbed for McKuaiclt Lake is approximately 4.870 lICRII (7.61 square 1DIa).
Approllimately 3,600 lICRII (5.61 square 1DIa) is proposed to be divated to McKuaiclt Lake.
Low point of McKuaiclt Road Dear Ammd.Ioo Drive is 854.92' (CB e1evatioD) with embaDIaneot elevation of 856',
AsSUIqllioDl made for diversioo pond to McKusiclt Lake
. .torm events great<< thao tbe JDDdeIed 3-year storm event overflow iDto Browo'. Cleek
AssUIqlliODl made for Jacksoo WMA (ExistingCooditioo)
. Tbc existing outlet .tructure at CSAH 12 is tbe governing outlet for tbe wetlaods aod Long Lake.
Tbc two 30" CMP culwrts coDllllCliDg Long Lake to tbe wetIaods act u equaIizen because of their great<< capacity.
Tbc current outlet.tructures for Long Lake aod tbe wetIaods (CSAH 12) cause tbe buiDs to actu ooebydraulic .ystemduring .tonnevents.
AsSUIqlliODl made for Jacksoo WMA (Proposed Cooditioo)
Long Lake aod tbe DNR wetlaods outlets have beeu desigJIed so that tbe two buiDs cooliDue to act U ODe system during storm events.
Tbc existing outlet coDlrol structure (.luice gate aod weir) wiD be removed aod aD additiooal culvert iDstalled UDder CSAH 12-
Tbc NWL of Long Lake wiD be maintaiDed at 890' by a weir.
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13. Water Use
a. Will the project involve the installation or abandonment of any
wells?
X Yes _No
For abandoned wells give the location and unique well number.
For new wells, or other previously unpermitted wells, give the
location and purpose of the well and the Unique well number (if
known).
Development of the project area would require the installation of an additional municipal well
and a water tower. The location is still tentative but would likely be about one-half mile east of
the intersection of County Highways 15 and 12 in section 30.
Development of the project area would likely involve the abandonment and permanent sealing of
several water supply wells used for domestic purposes. Development may also result in the
abandonment and permanent sealing of a number of monitoring wells. A list of the wells located
within the project area is included as part of Table 13-1 and also illustrated on Figure 13-1.
Almost all of these wells appear to be domestic wells.
With respect to band c below, if the area requires new water
supply wells, specific information about that appropriation and its
potential impacts on groundwater levels should be given; if
groundwater levels would be affected, any impacts resulting on
other resources should be addressed. With respect to possible
individual appropriations by future projects, a general assessment
of the likely need for such should be included, and if there is
potential for major appropriations or environmental issues
resulting from individual appropriations, a more detailed
assessment of those should be included along with a discussion of
mitigation for potential problems.
b. Will the project require an appropriation of ground or surface
water (including dewatering)? ..L Yes _ No
If yes, indicate the source, quantity, duration, purpose of the
appropriation, and DNR water appropriation permit number of
any existing appropriation. Discuss the impact of the
appropriation on ground water levels.
Development of the project area will require an appropriation of groundwater, chiefly for
municipal water supply. The source of the supply will be a well completed in the Prairie du
Chien! Jordan Aquifer system, with construction and completion similar to the other municipal
supply wells for the City of Stillwater. The new well will be Stillwater's 7th well, and they
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anticipate yields on the order of 1000 gpm. The City of Stillwater's existing appropriation
permit number is 756207. While the new well's yield is expected to be close to 1000 gpm, its'
use may not be constant, so the average daily discharge may be considerably less. The effects of
this additional groundwater appropriation on changes in groundwater levels was evaluated. The
analysis was conducted using steady state calculations, known as the Them method. This
methodology is used for evaluating effects of pumping wells and assuming, at minimum, the
average daily discharge expected in the new well. The results of this approach are shown in
Figure 13-2 which shows the potential zone of groundwater interference to Browns Creek. To
avoid potential impacts to groundwater inputs to Brown's Creek, siting of municipal wells
should occur outside areas shown as unsuitable in Figure 13-2.
Stillwater's primary source of groundwater for municipal water supply is the Prairie du
Chien/Jordan Aquifer system. The DNR water appropriation permit number for the supply is
756207. A new well will be expected to supply 1000 gpm on a short-term basis. The proposed
plan is to extend existing trunk water lines within the City to serve the annexation area. A
review of expected water demand and proposed water supply will be presented in the AUAR.
c. Will the project require connection to a public water supply?
---X..- Yes _ No
If yes, identify the supply, the DNR water appropriation permit
number of the supply, and the quantity to be used.
Mitigative Measures For Groundwater Protection
The Technical Advisory Committee for the AUAR recommended a variety of goals for water use
in the Annexation Area. These include the following:
Goal: Maintain or improve the quantity and quality of groundwater discharges to
protect the baseflow of Brown's Creek.
PROTECTION STRATEGIES:
1. Locate the new municipal well proposed for the Annexation Area outside the Area
determined to affect groundwater flows to Brown's Creek.
2. Encourage abandonment of private wells in the Annexation Area. Well abandonment
will be implemented in accordance with procedures of the Minnesota Department of
Health.
3. Promote a "no-net-loss" of groundwater recharge capabilities for the recharge area of
aquifers discharging to Brown's Creek and its tributaries. Implement the strategies listed
in Section 2.0, Goal 1, Strategy #3, to decrease the proportion of impervious surface area,
add buffer zones and retention basins, and use other strategies to increase rainfall
infiltration in the Annexation Area to maintain groundwater flows to Brown's Creek.
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4. Complete field surveys to identify shallow groundwater areas before utilities are
constructed near Brown's Creek or its tributaries. Avoid construction of utilities in close
proximity to the creek, its tributaries, and wetlands in the Annexation Area when feasible.
5. When utility construction near streams and wetlands is necessary, require use of trench
dams or other barriers, and backfilling of utility trenches with native material near
Brown's Creek and its tributaries to prevent drainage of shallow groundwater in the area.
6. Encourage owners of the Oak Glen golf course to discontinue using ground water wells
for irrigation, and explore the feasibility of replacing this source with water from the
McKusick wetland. This may protect groundwater sources as well as increase the storage
potential of McKusick Lake.
7. Implement a groundwater monitoring program within the Annexation Area
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LOCATION UNIQUE NUMBER OWNER PURPOSE AQUIFER
30-20-19ADDA 109729 MARSH Domestic Jordan
30-20-19ACDC 110450 HOLLAN Domestic Jordan
30-20-19CCAB 131937 HEMEN Domestic Prairie du Chien
30-20-19CBAA 135382 PAVLIK Domestic Prairie du Chien
30-20-19CBDD 138287 Prairie du Chien
30-20-19CCDC 154485 WELLS Domestic Drift
30-20-19CCCD 154486 BOGIE Domestic Prairie du Chien
30-20-19* 156397 HUBSTE Domestic
30-20-19AADA 162939 Domestic Jordan
30-20-19AADD 182907 BURNS Domestic Drift
30-20-19BDCC 184005 WAHLlN Domestic Jordan
30-20-19CCDD 198288 HAUGE Domestic Drift
30-20-19BDDB 406231 RALEIG Domestic Jordan
30-20-19BDCB 410168 HENTON Domestic Jordan
30-20-19DDDA 415242 SCHLEU Domestic St. Lawrence
30-20-19DDAD 415666 FRASCO Domestic Jordan
30-20-19DCDD 418583 NARDIZ Domestic Multiple
30-20-19DDAA 418589 THRON Domestic Multiple
30-20-19DDAD 420645 Domestic Multiple
30-20-19* 423303 KOCHEN Domestic
30-20-19CBDB 423846 BERGER Domestic Prairie du Chien
30-20-19CABB 427889 WRISKY Domestic St. Lawrence
30-20-190000 437328 MAGNUS Domestic Multiple
30-20-19AADD 447246 BARKER Domestic Jordan
30-20-19ACCD 448267 SCHULT Domestic Multiple
30-20-19ACCD 448315 JOHNSO Domestic Multiple
30-20-19* 450724 JIMSW Domestic
30-20-19* 464163 BENFOR Domestic
30-20-19BCB 478965 MAGNUS Domestic
30-20-19BCB 478966 LUNDEL Domestic
30-20-19BCC 483220 SWANSO Domestic
30-20-19* 487506 GLEN J Domestic
30-20-19BCB 494952 KELZEN Domestic
30-20-19 505370 ROWLEY Domestic
30-20-19* 506057 BROCKM Domestic
30-20-19* 506089 TRUHLE Domestic
30-20-19* 506106 JOHNSO Domestic
30-20-19BCBA 511662 WADE Domestic Prairie du Chien
30-20-19BDC 517274 SMITH Domestic
30-20-19AAD 518826 CHRIST Domestic
30-20-19BBD 521193 BARABA Domestic
30-20-19BDD 521827 SUMMIT Domestic
3o-20-19BCD 526314 FIORIT Domestic
30-20-19B8D 535770 SWEENE Domestic
30-20-19CCA 535784 PRUST Domestic
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30-20-19* 546141 INDEPE Domestic
30-20-19* 546322 ALBERT Domestic f
30-20-19* 553606 ANDERS Domestic
30-20-19* 565163 KARLC Domestic
30-20-19* 565174 WOLD Domestic
30-20-20BBCC 133548 HEIFOR Domestic Jordan
30-20-20BBCC 156437 HEIFOR Domestic Jordan
30-20-20BBAA 406229 AMUNDS Domestic Jordan
30-20-20* 543032 HUNTER Domestic
30-20-32* 123512 LACOSS Domestic
30-20-32* 411621 RITZER Domestic
30-20-29BBBB 131954 MCGRAT Domestic Multiple
30-20-29BBBB 138295 LENTZ, Domestic Multiple
30-20-29BBCB 153242 SCHNEI Domestic Jordan
30-20-29BBDB 163737 PEL TIE Domestic Jordan
30-20-29BABC 184046 HOHNST Domestic Prairie du Chien
30-20-29BBAD 404195 PLASKE Domestic Prairie du Chien
30-20-29BBDA 404285 REGIST Domestic Prairie du Chien
30-20-29BBDA 411603 TURNER Domestic Prairie du Chien
30-20-29BBDB 415667 ANDERS Domestic Prairie du Chien
30-20-29BBDD 418728 ANDERS , Domestic Jordan
30-20-29* 450655 LAVENU Domestic
30-20-29* 450656 SCHWAN Domestic
30-20-29BDD 539245 NYBERG Domestic
30-20-31 DACB 112601 HOLLlH Domestic Prairie du Chien
30-20-31DBDA 130837 BROWN Domestic Prairie du Chien
30-20-31 DADA 185764 HARVIE Domestic Drift I
30-20-31 DAAA 196839 SEIM Domestic Drift
30-20-31 DCBC 437347 GOLlSH Domestic Prairie du Chien
30-20-31 DBA 493198 BERNER Domestic
30-20-31* 505376 SHOBER Domestic
30-20-31DDB 514375 HUELSM Domestic
30-20-30CCBC 123519 .KROENI Domestic S1. Peter
30-20-30BCCD 133500 SCHMOE Domestic Prairie du Chien
30-20-30ABAA 162107 Domestic Multiple
30-20-30ABAD 162111 Domestic Multiple
3O-20-30BCDD 170585 RUNDQU Domestic Prairie du Chien
3o-20-30ADBB 178217 Domestic Jordan
30-20-30ABCA 178235 NELSON Domestic Multiple
30-20-30ADCB 178238 Domestic Jordan
30-20-30AABC 178300 RITZER Domestic Multiple
30-20-30ACAC 182798 VONDEL Domestic Drift
30-20-30MCC 182811 LAW,J Domestiq Jordan
30-20-30BCDD 182841 FISHER Domestic Jordan
30-20-30CADA 182936 MEISTE Domestic Drift
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30-20-30ABDD 195620 Domestic St. Lawrence
30-20-30ACDB 195652 BARBAT Domestic Jordan
30-20-30ACCC 195656 LONG Domestic Prairie du Chien
30-20-30ABCC 195749 Domestic Multiple
30-20-30. 404176 WEBBER Domestic
30-20-30ABDC 406154 ISENBE Domestic Jordan
30-20-30ABDC 409655 Domestic Jordan
30-20-30AADA 409656 BOBERG Domestic Jordan
30-20-30ADCA 409657 FISCHE Domestic Drift
30-20-30. 411644 BUEBSC Domestic
30-20-30ACBC 413557 BURKE Domestic Jordan
30-20-30. 418581 DECOUR Domestic
30-20-30. 420337 PAULSO Domestic
30-20-30CCC 420343 STILLW Domestic
30-20-30AACB 423345 BEEDLE Domestic Multiple
30-20-30CADC 427896 KROENI Domestic Prairie du Chien
30-20-30AAAA 429662 Domestic Jordan
30-20-30ACBB 436633 KUEHN Domestic Prairie du Chien
30-20-30. 440032 MCLELL Domestic
30-20-30CACD 447192 MEISTE Domestic Multiple
30-20-30AAAB 447208 VIELlN Domestic Multiple
30-20-30AAAD 448294 OGBORN Domestic Multiple
30-20-30. 448313 DAVIS Domestic
30-20-30CCC 475426 GLEN J Domestic
30-20-30BDB 479666 RADUEN Domestic
30-20-30BDB 483208 BREED Domestic
30-20-30. 493168 PEL TIE Domestic
30-20-30606 493220 PEPIN Domestic
30-20-30. 494956 GIGONT Domestic
30-20-30AAA 498210 SWAGER Domestic
30-20-30. 506096 REITER Domestic
30-20-30606 518784 HELMS Domestic
30-20-30666 524637 . NEITZ Domestic
30-20-30DC6 524640 HOF,G Domestic
30-20-30DBA 525994 ANDERS Domestic
30-20-30B6D 532365 SKYWAY Domestic
30-20-30ACB 539233 WHALEY Domestic
30-20-30ACA 539252 HELLER Domestic
30-20-30. 546327 PALMER Domestic
30-20-30. 568668 CERVEN Domestic
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14. Water-Related Land Use Management Districts
Does any part of the project site involve a shoreland zoning
district, a delineated lOa-year flood plain, or a state or federally
designated wild and scenic river land use district?
....x.... Yes No
If yes, identifY the district and discuss the compatibility of the
project with the land use restrictions of the district. Such districts
should be delineated on appropriate maps and the land use
restrictions applicable in those districts should be described. If
any variances or deviations from these restrictions within the
A UAR area are envisioned, this should be discussed.
The City of Stillwater's Zoning Ordinance includes Shoreland Management Regulations and a
Flood Plain Overlay District. The Shoreland Management Regulations apply to the following
lakes and streams in the City of Stillwater and the Annexation Area:
Lake/Stream (DNR Designation)
DNR Classification
South Twin Lake (82-19W)
Long Lake (82-21P)
Lily Lake (82-23P)
Lake McKusick (82-20W)
Brown's Creek and its tributaries
Natural Environment
Recreational Development
General Development
General Development
Streams and Rivers
The Shoreland Management Regulations (see attached Figure 14-1) apply to an area within
1,000 feet of the ordinary high water level of the lakes and 300 feet of Brown's Creek. South
Twin Lake is entirely within the Annexation Area. Long Lake and Brown's Creek are partially in
the current City and partially in the Annexation Area (Lily Lake and Lake McKusick, and the
1,000-foot shoreland area boundary around them, are entirely within the current City limits).
The Flood Plain Overlay District applies to all hinds within the identified 100-year flood plain
(see attached Figure 14-2). This includes some areas in the Annexation Area around Long Lake
and South Twin Lake, and along Brown's Creek.
The Proposed Land Use Plan will be analyzed in the AUAR for its impact on the shoreland area
and the floo~ plain. All standards in both the Shoreland Management Regulations and the Flood
Plain Overlay District will be followed for future development within the Annexation Area.
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15. Water Surface Use
Will the project change the number or type of watercraft on any
water body?
LYes _No
If yes, indicate the current and projected watercraft usage and
discuss any potential overcrowding or conflicts with other users or
fish and wildlife resources. This item need only be addressed if the
AUAR area would include or adjoin recreational water bodies.
The Annexation Area includes portions of Long Lake and South Twin Lake. Additional
residential development is planned around both lakes. There is currently motorized water craft
on Long Lake, but not on South Twin Lake. Additional watercraft use is expected, but the scale
of development is such that overcrowding and conflicts are not expected. In addition, the
shallow depth of most of Long Lake (3-4 feet) limits the size of motors and boats
Research on the effects of watercraft use on natural resource quality was reviewed for this study.
Research from Minnesota, Wisconsin, and around the United States suggests that the major
impact of motorized craft on water quality is a temporary reduction in water clarity due to
increased turbidity . Water clarity decreased temporarily by about 10 per cent on weekends
(heaviest boat traffic times) on average in the Wisconsin lakes studied. Reductions in water
clarity were most frequently noted on lakes less than 1.5 meters deep.
While motor boat activity was found to affect turbidity and water quality in lakes on a temporary
basis, research in Wisconsin and other areas indicated that wind and seasonal changes in lakes
are a far more important factor in reducing water clarity, even in shallow lakes. The increases in
motorized boating with development of the Annexation Area would be unlikely to impact the
quality of Long Lake in a signficant, permanent way. Wind and seasonal changes to Long Lake
will have far greater impacts on the lake and downstream waters than increased motorized
recreation, if this occurs. . Based on research available that suggests only minimal temporary
impacts to water quality due to water surface use, no mitigation strategies to prohibit motorized
recreation are included in the AUAR Mitigation 'Plan.
The other potential environmental impact noted in the research on boating activity is erosion and
damage to shorelines caused by boat wakes. Research noted that establishment and maintenance
of health aquatic and shoreline plant communities is the best method to prevent erosion damage
from boats or wind. The AUAR Mitigation Plan includes recommendations that public and
private lakeshore landowners establish and maintain buffers of native vegetation along the
shoreline of Long Lake to reduce erosion potential.
No research was available to estimate the potential impacts of motorized recreation on wildlife
populations. Research reviewed for this study noted that a variety of types of recreation on or
around lakes may affect wildlife, but that research has not been completed to describe or quantify
these effects, or suggest the need for mitigation strategies as a part of the AUAR.
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The Stillwater Parks and Recreation Commission is currently considering recommendations for
boating use on Long Lake. Recommendations should be available in May, 1997. '
Recommendations will consider appropriate recreation on Long Lake based on environmental
issues as well as noise, safety, and aesthetic concerns.
16. Soils
a. Approximate depth (in feet) to:
Ground water: minimum -1L average ~
Bedrock: minimum ~ average 131'
b. Describe the soils on the site, giving SCS classifications, if known.
(SCS interpretations and soil boring logs need l1Q1 be attached)
A standard soils map covering the area should be included.
The groundwater contours in the vicinity of Stillwater and the Annexation Area are illustrated on
Figure 16-1. Area soils as mapped by the Washington County Soil Survey are indicated in
Figure 16-2. The majority of the soils found within the annexation area as described in the
Washington County Soil Survey are the Antigo series. Inclusions commonly found within the
Antigo series are Brill, Rosholt, Campia, Chetek, Poskin, and Barronett sandy substratum.
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Barronett silt loam, sandy substratum
Aubumdale silt loam
Freeon silt loam, 1-4% slopes
FIeeI' silt loam
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Rosholt ~ loam, 6-15% mopes
Prebish loam
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c' Faxon silt loam
GrYstal Lake islt loam, 1-3% slopes
COmstock silt loam
Demon1reviIle loamy fine sand, 2-6% sleps
Demon1reviIle loamy fine sand, 6-12% sfopes
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Antijo silt loam, 2-6% slopes
Antijo silt loam, 6-12% sfopes
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Duhdh silt loam, 1-6% slopes
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17. Erosion and Sedimentation
Erosion and sedimentation control measures are listed in subdivision five of the Stillwater
Subdivision Code, February 18, 1997. Information regarding grading permits and restrictive
soils are located in ordinance number 686 Section 31.01, Subd.27, and ordinance number 778
Section 31.01, Subd. 35 respectively.
a. Give the acreage to be graded or excavated and the cubic yards
of soil to be moved:
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b. Describe any steep slopes or highly erodible soils and identify
them on the site map. Describe the erosion and sedimentation
measures to be used during and after construction of the project.
The number of acres to be graded and number of cubic yards of
soil to be moved need not be given; instead, a general discussion of
the likely earthmoving needs for development of the area should be
given, with an emphasis on unusual or problem areas. In
discussing mitigation measures, both the standard requirements of
the local ordinances and any special measures that would be
added for A UAR purposes should be included.
The location of areas containing steep slopes (greater than 12 percent) and/or highly erodible
soils is shown on the map of limiting soils, Figure 17-1.
Best Management Practices will be followed to control erosion/sedimentation resulting from
development projects within the annexation area. These practices are detailed in portions of the
City Zoning Ordinance.
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Volume 2
Stillwater Annexation Area
Alternative Urban Areawide Review
(AUAR)
Volume 2 of 2
Prepared for
The City of Stillwater
Prepared by
Dahlgren, Shardlow, and Uban, Inc.
Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik and Associates, Inc.
Northern Environmental Technologies, Inc.
David Braslau Associates
May 6, 1997
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Stillwater Annexation Area
Alternative Urban Areawide Review
(AUAR)
Volume 2 of2
Prepared for
The City of Stillwater
Prepared by
Dahlgren; Shardlow, and Uban, Inc.
Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik and Associates, Inc.
Northern Environmental Technologies, Inc.
David Braslau Associates
May 6, 1997
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Volume 2
Stillwater Annexation Mea
Alternative Urban Areawide Review
(AUAR)
Table of Contents
Volume 2 of2
Question Number
(corresponding to EA W Form)
Page Number
1-17. See Volume 1 of the AUAR
18. Water Quality - Surface Water Runoff. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
19. Water Quality - Wastewaters ....................... 76
20. Groundwater - Potential for Contamination ............ 79
21. Solid Waste; Hazardous Waste; Storage Tanks ......... 84
22. Traffic ......................................... 87
23. Vehicle-related Air Emissions ...................... 97
24. Stationary Source Air Emissions ................... 102
25. Dust, Odors, Noise .............................. 103
26. Sensitive Resources ............................. 106
27. Adverse Visual Impacts .......................... 107
28. Compatibility with Plans ......................... 108
29. Impact on Infrastructure and Public Services. . . . . . . . . . 109
30. Related Developments; Cumulative Impacts .......... 110
31. Other Potential Environmental Impacts .............. 110
32. Summary of Issues .............................. 110
City Council Resolution Ordering ADAR .... Appendix A
Mitigation Plan ......................... Appendix B
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List of Figures
Volume 2 of2
Figure Number
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Earlier Figures:
See Volume 1 of the AUAR
19-1. Sanitary Service Expansion ........................ 78
20-1. Soil Infiltration Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. after 79
20-2. Sensitive Areas for Water Table Contamination ........80
20-3. Sensitive Areas/Bedrock Groundwater Contamination ... 81
22-1. Functional Classification of Roadways ............... 88
22-1. Existing Traffic Volumes ..........................89
22-3. Estimated Trips/Build Out ......................... 93
22-4. Traffic Volume Estimates Year 2015 - Total. . . . . . . . . . .94
26-A. Minnesota Historical Society Letter ........... after 107
26-1. Prime and Unique Farmland Soils ............. after 107
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Alternative Urban Areawide Review
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List of Tables
Volume 2 of2
Table Number
Page Number
Earlier Tables:
See Volume 1 of the AUAR
18-1. Estimated Total Phosphorous Concentrations .......... 74
18-2. Estimated Phosphorous Loading. .. . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . . . .74
21-1. Solid Waste Generation ........................... 85
21-2. Source Separation/Recycling .......................85
21-3. Residential Yard Waste. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
22-1. Annexation Area Land Use Assumptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
22-2. Traffic Volumes Estimates/Assumed Land Uses. .., .. . .91
22-3. Roadway Levels of Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
23-1. MPCA Ambient Air Quality Standards for CO ......... 97
23-2. Assumed CO Background Concentrations ... . . . . . . . . . . 98
23-3. Assumptions Used in CO Modeling. ..... . .... . .. . . ..99
23-4. Projected CO I-Hour Concentrations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
23-5. Projected CO 8-Hour Concentrations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
25-1. MPCA Noise Standards .......................... 103
25-2. Predicted Noise Levels Along CSAH 15 ............. 104
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18. Water Quality - Surface Water Runoff
a. Compare the quantity and quality of site runoffbefore and after
the project. Describe methods to be used to manage and/or treat
runoff.
A detailed analysis of stormwater issues within the annexation area was conducted as part of the
AUAR, with particular attention given to Brown's Creek. Brown's Creek, which contains
populations of brown trout, is one of the few trout streams managed by the DNR in the Twin
Cities Metropolitan Area.
Existing Conditions:
The existing wetland complexes and lakes within the annexation area are the receiving
waterbodies for all runoff generated. Most of these waterbodies receive direct runoff which has
not been treated by any water quality ponds. The newly developed portions of the Long Lake
district are the only exception to this. In the remaining watershed, natural infiltration and
biological adsorption are the only means for water quality improvements. Many of the existing
wetland complexes are degraded Reed Canary grass dominated wetlands. Table 18-1 presents the
existing trophic state of both Long and McKusick lakes. The measured total phosphorus indicates
that both lakes are hypereutrophic.
Brown's Creek is the receiving waterbody for most of the watershed. The condition of the creek
is degrading both chemically and thermally from development pressure. Currently Brown's
Creek is experiencing impacts from both the thermal and volumetric impacts of stormwater.
Proposed Conditions:
The proposed strategies to deal with water quality impacts of development in the study area
include: Alternative development scenarios (clustering, lot size reduction, reduced street widths,
etc.), Riparian corridors, infiltration basins where feasible, water quality ponds, education,
implementing BMP in the watershed, and the McKusick Lake diversion. The diversion is focused
primarily on reducing impacts to Brown's Creek. These options stress an ecosystem-based
management approach to maintaining the ecological integrity of the stream corridor and trout
fisheries as well as the existing resources within the study area. The strategies are all described
in more detail as follows:
Stormwater Diversion
A key element of the Mitigation Plan is the diversion of stormwater from the Annexation Area
and surrounding areas that flow through it to wetlands north of McKusick Lake. Water will then
flow through McKusick Lake to the St. Croix River, and in most storm events, will by-pass
Brown's Creek. The current flow to Brown's Creek from tributaries and the watershed area
north of the Annexation Area will be maintained. Runofffrom storms up to 2.5-3 inches
(storms of this size occur approximately every three years) can be successfully diverted using the
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proposed strategy. During larger storm events (up to 100-year events), some water will flow over
the berm north of the wetland and into Brown's Creek. Modeling indicates that the amount of
water flowing to the Creek in these events will be less than under current conditions. During a
100-year storm event, flows to Brown's Creek will be approximately equal to current flows.
This strategy will avoid water quality impacts to Brown's Creek from new development in the
Annexation Area for most storm events by diverting flows to McKusick Lake. The strategy will
minimize impacts below the level of current conditions for storms up to the 100-year storm
event by reducing flows from current levels.
Additional Stormwater Management Strategies
The Mitigation Plan requires implementation of the Stormwater Management Study completed
for the Annexation Area during the AUAR process. The plan emphasizes protection of water
quality in Brown's Creek through the use of Walker wet detention basins to minimize water
quality impacts from new development in the Annexation Area The performance standards for
these ponds shall be a minimum of 60% removal of particulate phosphorus with the use of
aquatic benching for both safety and dissolved nutrient uptake through biological activity. These
ponds shall be implemented on a regional basis to reduce total numbers of basins thereby making
maintenance of these ponds easier.
Vegetative buffer strips along all waterbodies is also required to aid in dissolved nutrient uptake.
These buffer strips must be maintained in an undisturbed state by the use of markers identifying
there existence to prevent them from being incorporated into yards and maintained park settings.
The soils in the study area do not lend themselves readily to the use of infiltration basins or
trenches. As further site specific soils data is received from each development, the use of
infiltration basins will evaluated as a tool for groundwater recharge and stormwater filtration.
Strategies for Private Developers
The Mitigation Plan sets performance standards for new developments to minimize water quality
impacts to Brown's Creek and other surface water resources in the Annexation Area. The Plan
suggests a number of options for to meet this standards, such as reduction of impervious surface
area, cluster development, and others. The City will work with developers to assure that
performance standards are met to minimize water quality impacts from new development.
Use of Best Management Practices
The Mitigation Plan requires that the City of Stillwater enforce the Best Management Practices
included in its existing ordinances to control erosion and sedimentation from development in the
Annexation Area and protect the quality of water resources, including Brown's Creek. The Plan
also suggests that the City work with Washington County and the Minnesota Department of
Transportation to assure that Best Management Practices are used as road construction projects
are completed that may affect the quality of water resources in the Annexation Area.
Riparian Corridors
The Mitigation Plan requires establishment of undisturbed vegetative buffer strips 100 feet or
more in width along the Brown's Creek corridor and its tributaries, to mitigate for the impacts of
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development, and protect water quality by filtering sediments and nutrients flowing toward the
creek and tributaries. Buffer areas are also required around lakes and wetlands in the Annexation
Area, to protect the water quality and habitat quality of these water resources.
Resident Education Program
The Mitigation Plan calls for development and implementation of an education program for
residents in the Annexation Area, to inform them about the natural resources in the area, the
effects of yard care practices of these resources, and suggest options for protecting water quality.
Water Quality Monitoring Program
The Mitigation Plan specifies implementation of a water quality monitoring program by June 1,
1997, to develop baseline data related to water quality in the Annexation Area, and monitor the
effects of development as it occurs. The Program will monitor water temperature, flows, water
chemistry, and selected biological factors on Brown's Creek and its tributaries, and will assist in
evaluating the impacts of development, and identifying the need for minimization or mitigation
strategies as development occurs.
Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan
The Mitigation Plan notes that the Annexation Area is only a portion of the watershed area that
affects the quality of water in Brown's Creek. It suggests that Washington County, local
communities and other interests cooperate in development of a Comprehensive Management
Plan for the entire Brown's Creek Watershed.
Protecting Groundwater Sources
Groundwater sources are an important factor in maintaining the quality of water in Brown's
Creek. The Mitigation Plan calls for location of the new municipal well proposed for the
Annexation Area outside the Area that has been determined to affect groundwater flows to
Brown's Creek. It also calls for implementation of strategies to protect groundwater flows, and
completion of field surveys to identify shallow groundwater resources so that these can be
avoided during construction of utilities. The Mitigation Plan calls for implementation of
strategies to maintain groundwater flows as utilities are constructed. The Mitigation Plan also
suggests implementation of a groundwater monitoring program in the Annexation Area. The
Science Museum of Minnesota is developing proposals for such a program.
LAKE NUTRIENT BUDGET ANALYSIS
A nutrient budget analysis was completed for Long Lake, McKusick Lake and South Twin Lake
to evaluate water quality under existing and proposed conditions. In general, water quality
problems in lakes can be placed in one or more of the following categories: low dissolved
oxygen, algae, weeds, or sediments. These conditions are brought about by various factors:
watershed runoff, precipitation, groundwater inputs, and in-lake processes. Typically, a
combination of watershed runoff and in-lake processes are responsible for problems with low
dissolved oxygen, algae, weeds, fish or flooding. Therefore, improving watershed runoff quality
is but one part of the solution toward improving water quality. In evaluating watershed runoff
conditions, land use is first determined and a phosphorus budget calculated for the lakes. The
phosphorus budget is determined by assigning the amount of phosphorus in pounds per acre that
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is accumulated in runoff from a particular land use type multiplied by the number of acres of the
land use. The amount of phosphorus is based on locally published monitoring results. '
The Canfield-Bachmann model was used to estimate phosphorus concentrations all three lakes.
The results of the lake nutrient Budget analysis, Table 18-1, shows estimated TP concentrations
in parts per billion for existing and proposed conditions. Table 18-2 presents estimated loading
of phosphorus in pounds per surface acre of lake.
TABLE 18-1
ESTIMATED TOTAL PHOSPHORUS CONCENTRATIONS
LAKE TP - Existin TP - Pro osed % Chan e
Lon Lake 178 b 165 b -7%
McKusick Lake 79 b 93 b +18%
South Twin Lake 53 b 54 b +2%
TABLE 18-2
ESTIMATED PHOSPHORUS LOADING
LAKE TP - Existin TP - Pro osed % Chan e
Lon Lake 19.51b.lac/ 16.9 Ib.lac/ -13 %
McKusick Lake 5.3 lb.lac/ 10;0 lb.lac/ +89%
South Twin Lake 1.2 Ib.lac/ 1.27 lb.lac/ +6%
Comparison of Actual vs. Modeled TP
In 1996, TP was measured in all three lakes by the Washington County SWCD. The average
measured values for Long Lake were 100 ppb; for McKusick Lake 90 ppb; and for South Twin
Lake, 58 ppb. In general, the existing TP values modeled agree with measured TP with the
exception of Long Lake. Modeled TP for long lake is considerably higher than measured TP. It
is likely that the Canfield-Bachmann model over estimated TP for Long Lake due to extensive
areas with depths less than 3 feet. In any event, TP values for Long Lake are very high.
POTENTIAL IMPACTS OF DEVELOPMENT ON LAKE TROpmC STATUS
Long Lake
The model shows a 7% decline in TP concentrations for Long Lake. Most of this reduction is
due to changes from agricultural land uses to rural residential. Agricultural land use generally
results in higher releases of sediment bearing phosphorus resulting in higher phosphorus export
coefficients. As Table 18-1 shows, the trophic status of Long Lake is hypereutrophic (even if
measured values of TP are used, this is true). This trophic status translates into very poor water
quality conditions with severe limitations on uses for swimming, fishing and other recreational
uses.
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McKusick Lake
Modeling results for McKusick Lake suggest an 18% increase in TP concentrations. Most ofthis
increase can be attributed to an increase in watershed area from 549 acres to over 2000 acres.
This increase in additional watershed acreage is reflected in the 89% increase in phosphorus
loading shown in Table 18-2. It should be noted that all of the flow from the 2182 acre Long
Lake Watershed is modeled as tributary input with a low phosphorus export coefficient,
therefore, the Long Lake diversion has negligible impacts on additional phosphorus loading. The
trophic status of McKusick Lake is within the lower range of hypereutrophic and would be
considered to have very poor water quality.
South Twin Lake
As Table 18-1 shows, TP concentrations for South Twin Lake are expected to increase slightly.
This minor change is reflected in the fact that land use changes will not be great within the South
Twin Lake watershed. Another factor which helps to maintain water quality in this lake is that it
has on average a greater mean depth and smaller watershed to lake surface area than do the other
lakes modeled in the annexation area. Based on TP concentrations, the trophic state of South
Twin Lake is eutrophic with acceptable water quality conditions for most uses.
b. Identify the routers) and receiving water bodies for runoff from
the site. Estimate the impact of the runoff on the quality of the
receiving waters. (If the runoff may affect a lake consult "EA W
Guidelines" about whether a nutrient budget analysis is needed)
The Brown's Creek watershed and the St. Croix River would be the receiving basins for runoff
from the project area. Currently, some areas within the AUAR study area are landlocked basins.
As these areas develop, outlets will be provided. The drainage patterns and hydrologic impacts,
both present and future, are identified in Section 12 and presented in Figure 12-D. As extensive
water quality ponding and stormwater diversions are proposed, the water quality of the
stormwater discharged into the receiving waterbodies will be improved over existing conditions.
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Table 18-1
Relationship between Descriptions of
Water Quality and TSI Rating
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May 6, 1997
19. Water Quality - Wastewaters
a. Describe sources, quantities, and composition (except for
normal domestic sewage) of all sanitary and industrial wastewaters
produced or treated at the site.
Normal domestic sewage is the only type of wastewater expected from the uses in the annexation
area. The quantities and handling of the wastewater are presented in the City's Sanitary Sewer
System Plan and are proposed to be fully implemented in the study area.
b. Describe any waste treatment methods to be used and give
estimates of composition after treatment, or if the project involves
on-site sewage systems, discuss the suitability of the site conditions
for such systems. Identify receiving waters (including ground
water) and estimate the impact of the discharge on the quality of
the receiving waters. (If the discharge may affect a lake consult
"EAW Guidelines" about whether a nutrient budget analysis is
needed)
For on-site septic systems, compliance with MPCA standards will be enforced. Systems not in
compliance will either be eliminated (brought into City's sanitary sewer system) or brought into
compliance. The City of Stillwater's sanitary sewer facilities are connected to and treated at a
Metropolitan regional facility.
c. If wastes will be discharged into a sewer system or pretreatment
system, identify the system and discuss the ability of the system to
accept the volume and composition of the wastes. Identify any
improvements which will be necessary.
The quantities and handling of the wastewater are discussed in the City's sanitary sewer system
plan. The City's trunk facilities are sized to handle the increase in sewage from the annexation
area. The Metropolitan treatment facility has sufficient capacity to receive this additional flow as
outlined in the City of Stillwater's Sanity Sewer Plan and Comprehensive plan.
To provide sanitary sewer service to the annexation area, the City will need to extend trunk
facilities into the area. Trunk lines currently are located at Neal Avenue on the north and CR. 5 in
the south. Two alternatives have been analyzed to provide service to the study area (Figure 19-
1). The proposed alignment Plan A will serve most of the annexation area with the extension of
the existing gravity line west and south ofNea1 Avenue. A small lift station along 6200 Street
would service development north of Long Lake. Alternate sewer alignment Plan B relies more
extensively on the proposed lift station at 6200 Street to service development north of CSAH 12.
The alignment of Plan A is preferred by the City of Stillwater for the folloWing reasons:
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(1) Plan A will be cheaper to construct.
(2) Existing residences between CSAH 12 and Boutwell Road who are presently using
septic systems will more easily be served by the extension of a sewer line south to Long
Lake.
(3) Plan A minimizes the reliance by the City on pumps to convey wastewater.
The potential for groundwater interception by the construction of the trunk facility through
wetlands and along the stream/ditch can be minimized by utilizing trench dams constructed of
concrete or other impervious materials.
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2 O. Groundwater -- Potential for Contamination
a. Approximate depth (in feet) to groundwater:
Jl minimum; J!l average
b. Describe any of the following hazards to groundwater and also
identify them on the site map: sinkholes; shallow limestone
formations/karst conditions; soils with high infiltration rates;
abandoned or unused wells. Describe measures to avoid or
minimize environmental problems due to any of these hazards. A
map should be included to show any groundwater hazards
identified under "b." Under "b" include any relevant information
on soil contamination due to past land uses within the area, as
mentioned under item 9.
One area of bedrock exposure was depicted in the Washington County Geologic Atlas
(Minnesota Geological Survey, 1990) along Browns Creek, adjacent to the annexation area
currently utilized as a golf course. This area is designated on Figure 20-1 (Soil Infiltration Map)
Sinkholes were not indicated by the geologic atlas to be present in the vicinity of the annexation
area.
The majority of the soil types indicated by the Washington County Soil Survey to be present in
the annexation area exhibit moderate to high infiltration rates. Areas occupied by these soil types
are depicted on Figure 20-1 (Soil Infiltration Map). Areas with high rates of infiltration occur
near Long Lake, along Browns Creek and its tributaries, and in the southeastern portion of the
annexation area. Proposed land uses for these areas are mainly residential, with some park land
and open space. The proposed Research and Development Park is located in the southeastern
portion of the annexation area and may encompass some areas with high rates of infiltration.
Abandoned or unused wells are not known to be present within the annexation area However,
historical aerial photographs for the years 1938, 1957, 1964, 1980, 1987, 1990, and 1991 indicate
that numerous farmsteads, presumably with wells, have been located within the annexation area.
The locations of farmsteads identified in the aerial photographs within the annexation area are
depicted on Figures 20-2 and 20-3.
The Washington County Department of Health and Environment was contacted regarding well
records. The County only has records of wells drilled or sealed after 1974, as is reportedly the
case at the Minnesota Geological Survey (MGS). County staff searched their well records as
well as records included in the County Well Index (CWI) for the sections included within the
annexation area; the presence of unsealed wells was not indicated on the records reviewed. In
addition, County staff reviewed well abandonment grant applications to determine if any party
within the annexation area had applied for grant money to seal an unused well. No applications
had been filed for parties within the annexation area.
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An abandoned well inventory has reportedly been conducted in two areas of Washington County
but has not yet been conducted in the Stillwater area. During the course of development, if '
unsealed, out-of-use wells are discovered, they will be properly abandoned in accordance with
Minnesota Department of Health regulations.
c. Identify any toxic or hazardous materials to be used or present
on the project site and identify measures to be used to prevent them
from contaminating groundwater.
Information was compiled through the review of government databases, historical aerial
photographs, and interviews with city staff who have knowledge of the land use of the area.
Existing hazardous waste generators, registered aboveground and underground storage tank sites,
and known soil or groundwater contamination sites within one-half mile of the annexation area
were identified by Environmental Data Resource, Incorporated (EDR). Sites identified within
the annexation area are depicted on Figures 20-2 and 20-3, relative to the pollution sensitivities
of the groundwater in the bedrock and water table systems of the area.
Within the annexation area itself, one small quantity hazardous waste generator (SQG) and two
spill sites were identified. The Stillwater City Dump, was identified adjacent to the east of the
annexation area (Figures 20-2 and 20-3).
The SQG site was listed as a conditionally exempt generator of ignitable hazardous wastes and
undefined hazardous wastes. Violations have not been reported at this property. It is located
within an area indicated by the Washington County Geologic Atlas to have bedrock groundwater
systems with high-moderate sensitivities to pollution and a water table system with a high
sensitivity to pollution.
One of the spills was attributed to a Northern States Power Company (NSP) transformer and
occurred in 1994 in an area indicated by the geologic atlas to have a high sensitivity to pollution
in both the water table and bedrock groundwater systems. The spill involved one to two gallons
of mineral oil. The PCB content of the mineral oil was unknown. Clean up was not possible, as
the spill occurred during a storm and was washed away by rain water. The other spill occurred in
1995 and involved the discharge of chlorinated pool water directly to the storm sewer, which
discharged to Browns Creek. .
In addition, it is possible that USTs or ASTs for the storage of petroleum products may have
been located at the farmsteads (Figures 20-2 and 20-3) identified in the historical aerial
photographs reviewed for the AUAR.
Hazardous substances are likely to be used within the annexation area under the proposed
development plan. Quantities and substances are unknown at this time~ However, the use of
bulk hazardous substances would likely be confined to those areas depicted as Neighborhood
Commercial and Research and Development Park on Figure 5-5 (proposed Land Use Map of
the City of Stillwater Comprehensive Plan). The Research and Development Park is depicted in
an area indicated to have pollution sensitivities of bedrock groundwater systems that range from
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low-moderate to high. The Neighborhood Commercial area is depicted in an area indicated to
have pollution sensitivities of bedrock groundwater systems that range from moderate to '
moderate-high. The sensitivity of the water table system to pollution in these areas was indicated
to range from moderate to high.
Facilities involved in the use of hazardous substances or petroleum products would be regulated
by the State of Minnesota in order to prevent accidental release to the groundwater. In addition,
the City has a long-standing interest in protecting ground water. Measures to prevent ground
water contamination include the use of zoning controls, site plan reviews, performance standards
(such as storage and handling spill containment plans, inventory controls, etc.), infrastructure
improvements, monitoring and emergency response.
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21. Solid Wastes; Hazardous Wastes; Storage Tanks:
a. Describe the types, amounts, and compositions of solid or
hazardous wastes to be generated, including animal manures,
sludge and ashes. Identify the method and location of disposal.
For projects generating municipal solid waste indicate if there will
be a source separation plan; list type(s) and how the project will be
modified to allow recycling.
Using statistical information provided by Washington County and the concept plans developed
for the Stillwater annexation area, an estimate of total municipal solid waste generated at build-
out was prepared. In addition, volumes of existing and predicted recycling and source separation
programs were calculated.
Statistical information provided by Washington County for Stillwater Township included:
Source of solid waste:
44% non-residential
56% residential
7.01Ibs/employee/day
2.62 lbs/person/day
3.2 persons/household
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0.326 tons/year
Non-residential waste generation:
Residential waste generation:
Persons per household
Waste generation per household:
Residential recycling per household:
Percent of residential
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Percent of non-residential
solid waste recycled:
Yard waste generated:
Percent of yard waste composted:
21.3%
50.3%
153.96Ibs/person/year
90%
Based on these statistics, calculations were performed to estimate the current waste generated and
recycled within the annexation area under the existing land use and to predict the waste that will
be produced and recycled under the City of Stillwater's Proposed Land Use Plan.
Currently, 203 residential units exist within the annexation area. Approximately 1,473
residential units will be present at full build-out.
For the purposes of this study, non-residential land use includes commercial, industrial,
institutional, warehouse, and office. Existing non-residential land use in the annexation area
includes approximately seven acres of commercial development in the form of a landscape
nursery. According to the Proposed Land Use Plan developed for the Stillwater annexation area,
approximately six acres will be occupied by Neighborhood Commercial development; seven
acres will be for institutional use (elementary school); and 65 acres is proposed for the Research
and Development Park. Therefore, the total area of non-residential land use will be 78 acres.
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As indicated above, estimations of non-residential waste generation are based on the number of
employees per acre. Since the number of future employees for non-residential areas is unknoWn,
the approximate number of employees per acre (26.3 employees/acre), derived in a similar study
for another county in the metropolitan area, was used to estimate current and future non-
residential waste generation. This number may yield higher estimations than actual amounts
generated due to the variety of non-residential land uses. In the case of the landscape nursery
currently existing in the annexation area, the number of employees at the facility was estimated
to total 25. Under the proposed scenario, the estimation was calculated based on the proposed 78
acres of non-residential development. Estimations for the total and net (after recycling) solid
waste generated under the existing and proposed conditions are provided in the table below.
Table 21.1
Solid Waste Generation
Source Units/ Existing Land Units/ Proposed Land Use
Acres Use Acres Plan
Residential 203 units 310.6 tons/year 1,473 units 2,253.8 tons/year
Non-Residential 7 acres 32.0 tons/year* 78 acres 2,624.4 ton/year
Total Waste 342.6 tons/year 4,878.2 tons/year
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Net Waste 260.3 tons/year 3,077.9 tons/year
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* Based on an estimate of 25 total employees
* * After recycling
As previously indicated, approximately 21.3% of residential solid waste and 50.3% of non-
residential waste generated is recycled. Of the recycled residential solid waste in Stillwater
Township, approximately 93% is from curbside pickup, while 7% is from drop off sites. The
table below presents estimations for existing an~ predicted recycling.
Table 21.2
Source Separation/Recycling
Source Units/ Existing Land Use Units/ Proposed Land Use
Acres Acres Plan
Residential 203 units 66.2 tons/year 1,473 units 480.2 tons/year
Non-Residential 7 acres 16.1 tons/year 78 acres 1,320.1 tons/year
Total 82.3 tons/year 1800.3 tons/year
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Washington County also collects statistics for residential yard waste. Based on these statistics,
estimations were calculated for the generation and compo sting of yard waste. These estimates
are presented in the table below.
Table 21.3
Residential Yard Waste
Units Existing Land Use Units Proposed Land Use
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Composted 203 units 45.0 tons/year 1,473 units 326.6 tons/year
Disposed 203 units 5.0 tons/year 1,473 units 36.3 tons/year
b. Indicate the number, location, size, and use of any above or
below ground tanks to be used for storage of petroleum products or
other materials (except water).
Information obtained from Environmental Data Resources, Incorporated (EDR) was used to
assess the presence of registered underground and aboveground storage tanks (USTs and ASTs)
and hazardous waste generators currently existing within the annexation area (Figures 20-2 and
20-3). USTs and ASTs were not identified within the annexation area.
Information was not available from the City of Stillwater to predict the number of USTs and
ASTs within the AUAR boundary under the Proposed Land Use Plan in the City's adopted
Comprehensive Plan. However, as indicated in the response to Question 20, storage tanks will
likely be mainly confined to the areas designated as Neighborhood Commercial and Research
and Development Park on the Proposed Land Use Map (Figure 5-5) of the City of Stillwater
Comprehensive Plan. Storage tanks may be utilized outside of these areas at the elementary
school and perhaps within the areas of proposed rural residential development, where utilities
have not yet been extended. In addition, it is likely that portable storage tanks of fuel for
construction vehicles and machinery may be temporarily located in various areas of the
annexation area during construction activities. For the purpose of minimizing impact due to
potential spills, the re-fueling of vehicles and machinery will be conducted away from sensitive
areas.
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22. Traffic
Parking spaces added 2.847
Existing spaces (if project involves expansion) JL
Estimated total Average Daily Traffic (ADT) generated 28.315
Estimated maximum peak hour traffic generated (if known) and its timing:
1.670 - PM peak hour
For each affected road indicate the ADT and the directional distribution of
traffic with and without the project. Provide an estimate of the impact on
traffic congestion on the affected roads and describe any traffic
improvements which will be necessary.
The traffic analysis of the area for which the AUAR is being prepared involves the review of
various existing traffic related conditions and the analysis of future conditions. These future
conditions relate to volume and roadway function projections that have produced by Washington
County and the City of Stillwater and have been estimated as a part of this study.
This section of the AUAR will provide the results of analyses conducted with regard to vehicle
trips generated by the projected land uses and their effect upon the ability of the roadway system
to accommodate those volumes.
Existing Roadway System
The major roadway within the Stillwater area is Trunk Highway 36. This roadway is classified
as a principal arterial and is situated on the southern boundary of the area for which this AUAR
is being prepared. Figure 22-1 provides an illustration of the roadway functional classifications
as reported in the Stillwater Comprehensive Plan. TH 36, in the vicinity of the County Road 15
and TH 5 crossings ofTH 36, accommodates 29,000 to 33,000 vehicles per day. Average daily
traffic information for the area roadways is shown on Figure 22-2.
The major north-south corridor serving the study area is County Road 15. This roadway is
presently classified as a minor arterial. This is the only continuous north-south roadway in the
area under study. The Washington County Comprehensive Plan indicates that County Road 15 is
a future principal arterial candidate. The most recent volume data indicates that County Road 15
daily traffic ranges between 6,600 and 11,500 vehicles per day depending upon the location
within the study area of this AUAR.
Another minor arterial serving this area is County Road 5. This roadway is an extension of TH 5
and has an interchange with TH 36. At this interchange, the route is TH 5 southerly ofTH 36
and under County jurisdiction northerly ofTH 36. County Road 5 provides a route to the
Stillwater central area, albeit indirect, and from the corridor a route to/from the north of the city
is available. That is also an indirect route, but used by vehicular traffic.
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County Road 12 is a collector roadway that provides for east-west travel linking Downtown
Stillwater, then west to neighboring townships and communities. This roadway serves as an '
alternative for TH 36 traffic. Within the study area, the volumes on County Road 12 are
approximately 6,000 vehicles per day.
Another east-west collector street serving the study area is McKusick Road. This roadway
provides a connection from Owens Street to County Road 15. The volume of traffic on
McKusick Road was estimated to be 1,250 in 1992, but it is assumed that it has increased since
that time.
Trunk Highway 96, the north boundary of this study area is classified as a minor arterial. This
facility intersects with TH 95 on the north side of Stillwater and extends westerly to the City of
White Bear Lake. The 1994 volume on TH 96, east of County Road 15, was 4,800 vehicles per
day.
There are some local streets that also intersect with County Road 15 and provide for east-west
travel in portions of the study area. These streets include 80th Street/Boutwell Road, 7200 Street,
and 62nd Street. In a north-south direction, Neal Avenue provides a connection from TH 96 to
Boutwell Road.
With the exception ofTH 36, which has two through traffic lanes each direction, all of the
roadways just discussed contain one lane in each direction. There are some exclusive turn lanes
provided at various intersections within the study area.
Annexation Area Trip Generation
The estimation of trips generated by any land use is a function of the size, type, and location of
the land use. The land use assumptions for the annexation area were provided by the City of
Stillwater planning staff. The land uses and number of development units assumed for the
annexation area are provided on Table 22.1, which follows.
Table 22.1
Annexation Area Land Use Assumptions
Land Use Number of Units
Single Family Residential 1,270 Dwelling Units
Commercial 54,000 Square Feet of Floor Area
Business Park 849,000 Square Feet of Floor Area
Elementary School 100,000 Square Feet of Floor Area
The volume of trips generated by these land uses is estimated by utilizing average trip rates
contained in the report titled Trip Generation, 1991, Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE).
Based on the trips rates for the above land uses, the volume of trips for the morning and
afternoon peak hours and on a daily basis has been calculated and is provided in Table 22.2.
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Table 22.2
Traffic Volume Estimates for Assumed Annexation Area Land Uses
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Land Use No. of Units In Out In Out (2-Way)
Single Family 1,270 DUI 245 695 835 450 12,130
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Business Park 849,000 SF2 1,170 205 275 980 12,200
Neighborhood 54,000 SF 40 30 130 130 2,915
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Elementary School4 100,000 SF 165 110 140 10 1,070
Totals 1,620 1,040 1,380 1,670 28,315
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Volumes have been reduced by 40 percent to account for passby trips
Afternoon peak hour does not coincide with other land use peak hours
The volumes shown in Table 22.2 are indicative of freestanding developments. It can be
expected that some of these trips will be internal to the area and will not utilize the primary
roadway systems. For this reason, the total number of trips that are estimated to use the primary
roadways are reduced by 10 percent to account for internal trip making. Therefore, the estimated
trips generated that would use the primary roadway system is as follows:
Estimated Annexation Land Use Trips on Primary Roadways:
A.M. Peak Hour
P.M. Peak Hour
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1,460 In; 935 Out
1,240 In; 1,505 Out
25,485 (2-way)
In order to provide an estimate that takes into consideration the existing land used that will be
replaced, the Stillwater planning staff has reported that 203 single family dwelling units and a 7-
acre nursery would fall into that category. These land uses generate the following estimated
trips:
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The "net" estimated trips, assignable to the primary roadway system, is a function of subtracting
the trips associated with present land use from the assumed new land uses. Therefore, the "net"
volume estimates assigned to the roadways are as follows:
A.M. Peak Hour
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Future Volume Projections
Washington County, in their Comprehensive Plan, provided volume projections to the year 2015.
Since the year 2015 was used in the county plan, that same year is used for volume projections in
this study analysis. This, of course, assumes that all of the land uses considered in the trip
generation calculations would be built by that time. This mayor may not occur and is highly
dependent upon market considerations. Therefore, the estimates can be considered to be
conservative, on the high side.
The new land uses were subdivided, with regard to location, by planning staff of the City of
Stillwater. Traffic assignments of the generated volumes were conducted based upon anticipated
directional distribution of the trip types. Since the AUAR requires analysis of the peak hour and
daily volumes, the afternoon (p.M.) peak hour and the daily volume have been assigned. The
"net" new volumes generated by the annexation land areas for the year 2015, considered to be
build out, are shown on Figure 22-3. The annexation land use generated volumes and then be
added to the other volumes expected to be on the roadway system.
The "total" volumes for the year 2015 are estimated by considering the existing volumes,
regional growth, and the volumes generated by the annexation land uses. The "total" volumes
estimates for the year 2015 are shown on Figure 22-4. These planning volumes compare
somewhat favorable with volumes provided in the Washington County Comprehensive Plan.
Roadway Systems Analysis
The analysis of the ability of the roadways to acCommodate future volumes relates to the level of
service ofaroadway. All of the roadways in the area under analysis, with the exception ofTH
36, are two lane roadways. The level of service of these facilities can be calculated by using
procedures contained in the Hi~w~ Capacity Manual, Special Report 209, Third Edition, 1994.
The roadway segment levels of service have been calculated for the existing volume conditions
and for year 2015 projected volume conditions. 'The results of these levels of service calculations
are shown on Table 22.3.
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Roadway Levels of Service
Roadway Segment1
County Road 15 north of TH 96
County Road 15 south of TH 96
County Road 15 north of CSAH 12
County Road 15 south of CSAH 12
County Road 15 north of TH 36
TH 96 east ofCR 15
TH 96 west ofCR 15
CSAH 12 east ofCR 15
CSAH 12 west ofCR 15
McKusick Road
'All roadways are 2-lane
2Daily traffic volumes
3Level of service
Summary
Existing
V 0lumes2
6,600
7,700
11,490
8,260
10,080
4,800
2,400
6,160
6,200
1,350
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Year 2015
Volumes
11,000
14,000
21,400
16,700
20,400
8,700
4,600
11,250
9,950
3,700
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The proposed land uses for the annexation area under study and the subsequent transportation
analyses that have been conducted offer the following conclusions:
· The proposed land uses will generate approximately 23,000 "net" new vehicle trips on an
average day.
· The existing major roadway systems in the annexation area operate at acceptable levels of
service for today's volumes and conditions.
· Considering projected year 2015 volumes shown in the Washington County Comprehensive
Plan, discussion concerning projected volumes in the Stillwater Transportation Plan, and the
volumes generated in the AUAR analysis, the projected volumes generated by the annexation
area land uses do not change the long-range transportation planning needs that were
discussed in those documents.
· MnDOT has projected 69,000 vehicles per day on TH 36 for the year 2017, yet indicates that
TH 36 cannot be considered to be anything more than an expressway between now and the
year 2020.
· MnDOT is presently considering whether the TH 36 and County 15 intersection should be
converted from an at-grade intersection to an interchange in the future. Future volume
projections suggest this to be a decision that has merit.
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· Washington County is analyzing the need to extend County 15, south ofTH 36, to connect to
TH 5. Such a connection would be advantageous to annexation area land use traffic that '
desires to proceed southerly ofTH 36. A direct connection would be provided thus negating
the need to utilize County Road 5.
· Peak hour analyses of year 2015 volumes, using planning techniques, indicate that the
intersections of County Road 15 at TH 36 and at County Road 12 will be over capacity in the
year 2015. Both these locations would have to be improved in order to function acceptably.
· The projected volumes indicate that an interchange of County Road 15 with TH 36 is
appropriate for the future.
· The volumes generated by the annexation area land uses do not create the need for the
improvement of County Road 15 to a four-lane facility. That need is evident, in the future,
without the proposed land uses assumed in this study.
Mitigation Plan
The generation of traffic by the proposed land uses in the annexation area does not, in itself,
create the need to cause any of the roadways to require improvements to four lanes. There are
certain roadway planning techniques that should be adhered to as the area develops. These are as
follows:
· Development plans should direct access in a north-south manner to intersections with the
existing east-west streets. New access intersections to County Road 15 should be avoided
wherever possible.
· Develop north-south collectors that will allow traffic to move from the business park and
commercial area on the south to residential areas on the north without having to use arterials.
The "short" trip can be accommodated on these collectors.
· Private property access to County Road 15 and to TH 96 should be avoided wherever
possible.
· Public street intersections with the east-west streets should not be spaced less than one-
quarter mile. Access along TH 96 should be limited to one-half mile spacing.
· Signalization (future) of intersections along County Road 15 is envisioned at TH 96, CSAH
12, and at future 36 ramps /frontage road. Ifpossible, additional signalized intersections
should be avoided.
· Support for the designation of County Road 15 as a principal arterial and improvement to
four-lanes should be provided by the City. The City should also support the provision of an
interchange ofTH 36 at County Road 15 and the extension of that road south ofTH 36 to
connect to TH 5.
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· Site plans that provide for north-south access to intersect with east-west streets (e.g.,
McKusick, CSAH 12, 80th, 7200 Streets) should also be required to provide appropriate t~
lanes on the east-west streets at the new public access intersections.
· Design and construct local roads to mitigate traffic impacts while meeting natural resource
protection goals and strategies included in this Plan.
· Implement Washington County's Scenic Road Overlay District and Linear Park System Plan,
and Stillwater's Parks and Trails Plans as roads are developed in the Annexation Area.
· Investigate additional park and ride opportunities and strategies that help to reduce peak hour
vehicle trips.
· With regard to parking spaces added, it is not envisioned that provision of parking for
employment activities will be a problem. As those plans develop, review of parking, as it
relates to MPCA requirements will occur. If indirect source permits are required, appropriate
application would then be made.
23. Vehicle-related air emissions
Provide an estimate of the effect of the project's traffic generation
on air quality, including carbon monoxide levels. Discuss the
effect of traffic improvements or other mitigation measures on air
quality impacts. (lfthe project involves 500 or more parking
spaces, consult "EAW Guidelines" about whether a detailed air
quality analysis is needed.)
Motor vehicle emissions are associated with vehicles traveling to and from the project. These
and other vehicles already passing through the critical intersections identified in the response to
Question 22 contribute to the overall pollutant concentration near these intersections. The most
critical pollutant associated with vehicular traffic is Carbon Monoxide (CO) for which I-hour
and 8-hour ambient air quality standards have been established by the US Environmental
Protection Agency (EP A) and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). The MPCA 1-
hour standard is slightly more stringent than the EP A I-hour standard and will therefore be used
in this assessment. The standards are presented in Table 23.1.
TABLE 23.1
MPCA AMBIENT AIR QUALITY STANDARDS FOR CARBON MONOXIDE
Period Standard
I-hour 30 ppm
8-hour 9 ppm
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A CO dispersion analysis was perform for three intersections along CSAH 15 (TH 36, CSAH 12
and TH 96). The CAL3QHC dispersion model was used to estimate CO concentrations at '
existing receptor sites adjacent to the intersection using the traffic volumes developed for
Question 22. For the CSAH 12 and TH 96 intersections, CO concentrations were also modeled
for sites located 100 feet from the roadway in each quadrant to identify the potential for air
quality impacts should development occur at these locations.
Carbon Monoxide Back~round Concentration
In lieu of monitored CO background concentrations, default values for 1997 have been assumed.
A I-hour concentration of 5 ppm and an 8-hour concentration of 3 ppm have been assumed to
represent worst case concentrations that might be encountered in an urbanized area. Based upon
an assumed increase in regional Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMn and vehicle emissions from the
MOBILE 5A model, these have also been adjusted to the future projection year of2015.
The assumed background concentrations are shown in TABLE 23.2.
TABLE 23.2
ASSUMED CO BACKGROUND CONCENTRATIONS
Projection I-Hour 8-Hour
Year
1997 5.0 ppm 3.0 ppm
2015 4.5 ppm 2.7 ppm
AssUlllPtions Used in CO Emission and Di&persion Modelin~
The air quality analysis is based upon PM Peak Hour traffic projections developed in Question
22. The U.S. EP A MOBILE 5A emissions model was run for the Twin Cities Seven-County
Metropolitan Area using assumptions consistent with the emission inventory prepared by the
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. The CAL3'QHC model has been used to estimate
downwind concentrations of carbon monoxide at receptor sites adjacent to critical intersections.
The model was used to simulate the non-signalized intersections in 1997 by assuming a default
"cycle time" of 100 seconds with intersection access time based upon approach vehicle volume
for each direction. The assumptions used are summarized in TABLE 23.3.
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TABLE 23.3
ASSUMPTIONS USED IN CO MODELING
Traffic Approach Speed:
Signal Cycle Time:
Green Time:
Percent Cold Starts:
Vehicle Mix:
Wind Speed:
Wind Direction:
25 mph on all roadways (most conservative)
100 seconds but approach volume sensitive
Based upon approach volumes
20%
Metropolitan Area mix
1 meter per second
Direction yielding highest concentration
Projected CO Concentrations
Based upon the approach traffic volumes and the emission assumptions noted above, carbon
monoxide concentrations have been projected for each of the receptor sites for the 1997 and 2015
scenarios. The I-hour PM Peak Hour concentrations are presented in Table 23.4 for the year
1997 and 2015. Estimated 8-hour concentrations are presented in Table 23.5 for the year 1997
and 2015.
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TABLE 23.4
PROJECTED CO I-HOUR CONCENTRATIONS
(ppm)
1997 2015
Intersection Roadway Background Total Roadway Background Total
CSAH 15/TH 36
1 Bergmans (NE) 3.9 5.0 8.9 4.5 4.5 9.0
2 Home (SW) 3.7 5.0 8.7 4.1 4.5 8.6
CSAH 15/CSAH 12
1 Axdahl's (SW) 2.8 5.0 7.8 4.5 4.5 9.0
2 FUTURE (NE) 4.5 4.5 9.0
3 FUTURE (SE) 4.7 4.5 9.2
4 FUTURE (NW) 4.2 4.5 8.7
CSAH 15/TH96
1 Home (NE) 0.8 5.0 5.8 4.1 4.5 8.6
2 FUTURE (NE) 8.3 4.5 12.8
3 FUTURE (SE) 8.0 4.5 12.5
4 FUTURE (SW) 7.9 4.5 12.4
5 FUTURE (NW) 7.3 4.5 11.8
MPCA 30.0 30.0
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TABLE 23.5
PROJECTED CO 8-HOUR CONCENTRATIONS
(ppm)
1997 2015
Intersection Roadway Background Total Roadway Background Total
CSAH 15/TH 36
1 Bergmans (NE) 2.7 3.0 5.7 3.1 2.7 5.8
2 Home (SW) 2.6 3.0 5.6 2.9 2.7 5.6
CSAH 15/CSAH 12
1 Axdahl's (SW) 2.0 3.0 5.0 3.1 2.7 5.8
2 FUTURE (NE) 3.1 2.7 5.8
3 FUTURE (SE) 3.3 2.7 6.0
4 FUTURE (NW) 2.9 2.7 5.6
CSAH 15/TH 96
1 Home (NE) 0.6 3.0 3.6 2.9 2.7 5.6
2 FUTURE (NE) 5.8 2.7 8.5
3 FUTURE (SE) 5.6 2.7 8.3
4 FUTURE (SW) 5.5 2.7 8.2
5 FUTURE (NW) 5.1 2.7 7.8
MPCA 9.0 9.0
STANDARD
Based upon the CO modeling results, it can be seen that the I-hour concentrations are well below
the 30 ppm standard. The predicted 8-hour concentrations, assuming a conservative background
concentration, are also well below the 9 ppm standard for the existing receptor sites. However,
for possible future receptor sites that could be located as close as 100 feet from the roadway, the
8-hour concentrations are projected to be just beiow the 9 ppm standard at the CSAH 15 and TH
96 intersection, where the roadways volumes are expected to experience a substantial increase.
This would suggest that development should be limited close to this intersection to ensure that
other development in the area can occur without creating a potential problem at this location.
When potential development at the intersection has been identified, a detailed air quality should
be performed to ensure that ambient air quality standards will be met.
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24. Stationary source air emissions
Will the project involve any stationary sources of air emissions (such
as boilers or exhaust stacks)?
_ Yes -XNo
If yes, describe the sources, quantities, and composition of the
emissions; the proposed air pollution control devices; the quantities
and composition of the emissions after treatment; and the effects on
air quality. This item is not applicable to an A UAR. Any stationary
air emission source large enough to merit environmental review
requires individual review.
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25. Dust, odors, noise.
Will the project generate dust, odors, or noise during construction
and/or operation? L Yes _ No
If yes, describe the sources, characteristics, duration, and
quantities or intensity, and any proposed measures to mitigate adverse
impacts. Also identify the locations of sensitive receptors in the
vicinity and estimate the impacts on these receptors.
Motor vehicle traffic along CSAH 15 has been identified as the primary potential noise source within
the study area. A number of residential and commercial land uses are located along CSAH 15 between TH
36 and TH 96. However, since the traffic volumes are generally uniform between TH 36 and CSAH 12 and
between CSAH 12 and TH 96, the noise analysis has examined two representative receptor sites along each
of these segments.
Residential land uses adjacent to these roadways fall under the Noise Area Classification NAC-l in
noise regulations promulgated by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). These standards are
expressed in terms ofLI0 (level exceeded 10% of the hour) and L50 (level exceeded 50% of the hour).
Commercial buildings are covered under Noise Area Classification NAC-2. The applicable standards for
these land uses are presented in Table 25.1.
TABLE 25.1
MPCA NOISE STANDARDS
DESCRIPTOR Daytime Nighttime
Standard Standard
Residential
LI0 65 dBA 55 dBA
L50 60 dBA 50 dBA
Commercial
LI0 70 dBA 70 dBA
L50 '65 dBA 65 dBA
Noise levels were modeled for the PM Peak hour in 1997 and 2015 using the STAMINA 2.0 highway noise
model with traffic volumes developed in the response for Question 22. An average travel speed of 50
mph was assumed along CSAH 15. A vehicle mix of 1 % medium trucks and .5% heavy trucks was assume
The projected noise levels along each of the roadway segments are shown in TABLE 25.2. The noise levels
monitored on 9 April 1997 are also included in the table for the 1997 time period.
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TABLE 25.2
PREDICTED NOISE LEVELS ALONG CSAH 15
I I 19[7 1,50 I 20~5 1,50 I
1,10 1,10
TH 36 to CSAH 12
AM Peak 67.2 61.6 68.7 63.8
PM Peak (modeled) 67.5 62.1 69.2 64.5
PM Peak (monitored) 64.4 57.2
CSAH 12 to TH 96
AM Peak 68.0 62.5 71.7 68.2
PM Peak (modeled) 68.5 63.4 72.1 68.8
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Comparison of projected noise levels with monitored noise levels
The projected noise levels for 1997 are generally 3 to 4 dBA greater than the monitored levels. While
the closure of the Stillwater Bridge is expected to have some impact on traffic levels, the noise
monitoring results suggest that current traffic volumes along CSAH 15 are lower than assumed from the
traffic data. The purpose of this noise analysis was to provide an overview of the noise levels in the
study area. A detailed noise analysis will accompany specific project proposals in the future.
Comparison of prQjected noise levels with MPCA noise standards
Projected noise levels suggest that levels within 100 feet of CSAH 15 are within the commercial noise
standards in 1997 for both segments of roadway but above the commercial noise standards along the
northern segment in the year 2015.
The noise levels exceed residential standards by approximately 2 dBA along the southern segment in 1997
and by 4 dBA in 2015. Along the northern segnient, the noise levels exceed residential standards by 3
dBA in 1997 and 7 dBA in 2015. The levels are more than 15 dBA over the nighttime standards (applicable
in the 6-7 am hour) for both segments in 1997 and 2015.
Based upon the preliminary noise analysis, it can be concluded that commercial development within 100
feet of CSAH 15 could comply with MPCA noise standards in 1997 but would require some modest mitigati
in the year 2015. Residential structures will exceed the MPCA nighttime standards even when several
hundred feet from CSAH 15. However, proper home construction can permit commercial standards to be
applied to residences in those areas where no outdoor activities are contemplated.
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NOISE MONITORING RESULTS
Noise monitoring was performed on Wednesday 9 April 1997 between 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm. Wind and roa
conditions were determined to be favorable, although because of the closed bridge in Stillwater, some
reduction in traffic volumes can be expected.
Monitoring was done to represent noise levels along CSAH 15 between TH 36 and CSAH 12 and between C
12 and TH 96. The monitor for the south segment was placed 100 feet east CSAH 15 and 50 feet south of
62nd Street North. The monitor for the north segment was placed 100 feet east of CSAH 15 and
approximately 300 feet north of CSAH 64 (McKusick Road).
Weather conditions during the monitoring period were ideal as noted in the table below:
VARIABLE
Sky
Temperature
Dew Point
ReI. Humidity
Wind
Pressure
5:00 PM
Sunny
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27
NW6
30.43
8:00 PM
Clear
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38
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30.39
Noise monitoring results indicted the following average values over the time period:
Segment
TH 36 to CSAH 12
CSAH 12 to TH 36
LI0
64.4
65.3
L50
57.2
58.8
Motor vehicle emissions are associated with vehicles traveling to and from the project. These and
other vehicles already passing through the critical intersections identified in the response to
Question 22 contribute to the overall pollutant concentration near these intersections. The most
critical pollutant associated with vehicular traffic is Carbon Monoxide (CO) for which I-hour and 8-
hour ambient air quality standards have been established by the US Environmental Protection Agency
(EP A) and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). The MPCA I-hour standard is slightly more
stringent than the EP A I-hour standard and will therefore be used in this assessment. The standards
are presented in Table 23.1.
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26. Sensitive Resources
Are any of the following resources on or in proximity to the site:
a. archaeological, historical, or architectural resources?
-X-Yes _No
An inquiry was submitted to the Minnesota Historical Society State Preservation Office (SHPO)
regarding the potential presence of archaeological, historical, or architectural resources within, or
in the vicinity of, the annexation area. The response (Attachment 26-A) identified three
archaeological sites and five architecturallhistorical sites within the vicinity of the annexation
area. A visit to the SHPO determined that, of these sites, only three lie within the annexation area.
These sites include an old mill located in the east-central portion of Section 19, an area of lithic
scatter within Section 20, and a stone bridge built in 1863 that crosses Browns Creek near County Road
5.
Although SHPO records indicate the presence of a mill in the east-central portion of Section 19,
neither the SHPO nor the City have knowledge of a specific location for the mill. Therefore, its
existence has not been verified. If it is present in the general area indicated, it would likely be
located along Browns Creek or one of its tributaries. The City incorporates a 150-foot setback for
development along tributaries to Browns Creek and the mill.would likely be located within this zone of
protection. Proposed land uses in the approximate location of the mill include residential
development, park land, and open space. Disturbance to the mill is not planned during development of
the area.
Lithic scatter was encountered in a portion of a farm field, approximately one-half acre in size.
According to the SHPO files, a scraper and three flakes were found in this area. Proposed land use of
the area containing lithic scatter is large lot single family residential. The City of Stillwater will
monitor this area during construction and will contact the SHPO if significant artifacts are
discovered.
The stone bridge, known as the Point Douglas - St. Louis River Road Bridge, is listed on the National
Register of Historic Places and was originally constructed to provide for the crossing of Browns Creek
by the Point Douglas - Superior Military Road. The proposed land use in the area of the stone bridge is
large lot single family residential. Disturbance to the stone bridge is not planned during the course
of development.
Although not identified within the annexation area, a segment of the Point Douglas - Superior Military
Road was identified in the SHPO files to extend in a northeasterly direction from near the boundary of,
and outside of, the annexation area. The road has reportedly been re-routed in places and has been
paved; the segment has been incorporated into County Road 82.
Two historic cemeteries are located within the annexation area - Boutwell Cemetery and Rutherford
Cemetery. These cemeteries will not be disturbed during development of the area and are indicated on
the City's proposed land use map.
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h. prime or uniquefarmlands? ...JL Yes _No
Figure 26-1 shows soil types considered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Soil
Conservation Service, to be prime or unique farmland. Probable impacts will be a loss of prime or
unique farmlands. Based on the City's Existing Land Use Map in the Comprehensive plan, approximately
400 acres is designated as currently used for agricultural purposes. These areas are planned to be
developed as residential and business park uses under the Proposed Land Use Plan.
c. designated parks, recreation areas, or trails? --X.. Yes _No
Numerous existing and proposed parks and trails will be developed in the Annexation Area, in accordance
with the City's Comprehensive Plan. This includes connection to the County trail system along County
Road 15 and Highway 96. It is not anticipated that the Annexation will have negative impacts on these
resources.
d. scenic views and vistas? ----X.... Yes _ No
Scenic views and vistas include Brown's Creek Valley, St. Croix River Valley and the forested areas of
the annexation area, particularly around Long Lake. These resources are examined in detail under Item
# 11 of this report.
e. other unique resources? _ Yes ----X.... No
f. If any items are answered Yes, describe the resource and identify
any impacts on the resource due to the project. Describe any measures
to be taken to minimize or avoid adverse impacts.
2 7. Adverse visual impacts
Will the project create adverse visual impacts? (Examples include: glare from
intense lights; lights visible in wilderness areas; and large visible plumes
from cooling towers or exhaust stacks.) _ Yes -.X...-No
If any non-routine visual impacts would occur from the anticipated development
covered by the MUSA review, this should be discussed here along with
appropriate mitigation.
No unusual development is expected in the Annexation Area that would create adverse visual impacts.
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MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Mr. Klayton Eckles
City of Stillwater
216 North Fourth Street
Stillwater, MN 55082
Dear Mr. Eckles:
RE:
AUAR for Stillwater Annexation Area
Washington County
SHPO Number: 97-1125
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Thank you for providing this office a copy of the AUAR for the above-referenced project. It has been
reviewed pursuant to responsibilities given to the Minnesota Historical Society by the Minnesota
Historic Sites Act and the Minnesota Field Archaeology Act and through the process outlined in
Minnesota Rules 4410.1600. .
The response to question 26a indicates that the AUAR process will include an investigation of cultural
resources in the planning area. We note that the stone bridge (1863) which carries Co. Hwy 5 over
Browns Creek is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Other properties currently included
in our inventory are detailed on the attached printouts. Keep in mind that these properties are mostly
unevaluated, and may include properties of more recent constniction that were inventoried as part of
project reviews.
It will be important that the overall survey effort also take into account areas with potential to contain
historic properties, including archaeological sites and standing structures.
We look forward to working with you as this process proceeds. If you have any questions regarding our
review oft.'1is project, please contact our Review and Compliance Section at 612-296-5462.
Sincerely,
Dennis A. Gimmestad
Government Programs and Compliance Officer
cc:
Lisa R. Fay
Northern Environmental Technologies
372 West County Road 0
New Brighton, MN 55112
Enclosure: SHPO inventory printouts
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)ropertv Name Address Twp. Rane:e Sec. Quarters USGS Map Date Built NHRP CEF DOE Inventorv Number
::ounty: Washington
:ityrrownship: Stillwater
Iardee's 1180 Frontage Rd. W. 30 20 32 SE-SE-SE Stillwater 1984 W A-SWC-339
iti1lwater Inn Best Western 1750 Frontage Rd. W. 30 20 32 SW-SW-SE Stillwater 1981 WA-SWC-356
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28. Compatibility with plans
Is the project subject to an adopted local comprehensive land use plan or any
other applicable land use, water, or resource management plan of a local,
regional, state, or federal agency?
-X- Yes _No
If yes, identify the applicable plan(s), discuss the compatibility of the
project with the provisions of the plan(s), and explain how any conflicts
between the project and the plan(s) will be resolved. If no, explain.
The development scenario to be analyzed in the AUAR is the Proposed Land Use Plan from the City's 1995
Comprehensive Plan, and therefore, the project is entirely compatible with the applicable plans.
The Annexation Area is included in the Urban Rural Transition Planning Area (URTP A), a Special Area
described in the Comprehensive Plan. Special Area Plan provisions in the Comp Plan allows for
flexibility in application of the City's Subdivision Ordinances and other regulations. These
provisions will allow for adoption of many strategies recommended in the Mitigation Plan, such as
cluster development, reduced impervious surfaces, park and trail dedication, as developments are
proposed in the Annexation Area.
Strategies proposed in the Mitigation Plan are compatible with the City of Stillwater's existing
environmental ordinances and regulations, including the following:
Stillwater Subdivision Code (1997)
Grading Permits Ordinance (1988)
Stormwater Management Ordinance #766 (1993)
Restrictive Soils Ordinance #778 (1993)
Floodway Ordinance #747 (1993)
Forest Protection Ordinance #769 (1993)
Shoreland Management Ordinance #784
Subdivision Ordinance #837
Park and Trailway Resolution 96-242
The Mitigation Plan recommends adoption of the City's Draft Shoreland Management Ordinance (February,
1997) to implement strategies related to buffer zones around lakes and streams. The Mitigation Plan
also proposes amendments to the Forest Protection Ordinance to prevent spread of Oak Wilt with
construction activity occurring in the Annexation Area.
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29. Impact on Infrastructure and Public Services
Will new or expanded utilities, roads, other infrastructure, or public
services be required to serve the project? L Yes _No
If yes, describe the new or additional infrastructure/services needed. (Any
infrastructure that is a "connected action" with respect to the project must be
assessed in this EAW; see "EAW Guidelines"for details.)
This item should first of all summarize information on physical infrastructure
presented under other items (such as 6, 18, 19, and 22). Other major
infrastructure or public services not covered under other items should be
discussed as well -- this includes major social services such as schools,
police, fire, etc. As noted above and in the "EA W Guidelines, " the RGU must be
careful to include project-associated infrastructure as an explicit part of
the A UAR review if it is to be exempt from project-specific review in the
future.
The Annexation Area needs significant infrastructure improvements, including the minor arterial
roadway system described previously, and the extension of city sewer, water and stormwater
infrastructure. Improvements will be fmanced through the existing funding avenues and policies
established and used by the City. The City may ask for watershed or other funding sources to help
fmance the Brown's Creek diversion as it is a benefit to the region beyond the City's borders.
Goal 10:
Complete development of infrastructure for the Annexation Area (including sanitary
sewer, water supply, and street systems) that is efficient, economical, and minimizes
or mitigates impacts to the environment.
PROTECTION STRATEGIES:
1. Complete the feasibility study for sanitary sewer service to be constructed in the Annexation
Area. Identify alternatives that avoid and/or mitigate for impacts to groundwater, wetlands,
native plant communities, and surface water resources..
2. Complete field survey to identify shallow groundwater areas and implement Strategies to avoid
these areas or prevent drainage of groundwater near Brown's Creek and its tributaries, as
specified in Goal 2, Strategies 5 & 6.
3. Encourage development of streets and roadways to minimize impervious surfaces and route
stormwater flows to pervious areas and detention basins, minimize stormwater runoff to
wetlands, creeks and lakes, and provide for recreation and natural corridors that connect resources and open spaces in the Annexation Area.
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Wetlands in the annexation area are significant for local hydrology and wildlife habitat. The National
Wetlands Inventory identified 82 wetlands (approximately 287 acres) in the study area. Wetlands in the
Jackson Wildlife Management Area (WMA) north of Long Lake, and north of McKusick Lake, will be impa
by stormwater management strategies suggested in this AUAR. Existing, restored or created wetlands
may offer opportunities to mitigate the impacts of urbanization in the Annexation Area, but their
function and quality may also be compromised by development activities. Construction of
infrastructure proposed for the Annexation Area may also impact wetland resources.
The City of Stillwater administers the Wetland Conservation Act, and is required by law to regulate
wetlands in the City. The City will require strict adherence to the rules of the Wetland Conservation
Act, and require that a sequencing process be followed during the design and construction of all
projects. This process requires that wetland impacts be avoided if possible, and that unavoidable
impacts be compensated through replacement with wetlands that provide equal functions and values.
The City has also proposed completion of a Comprehensive Wetland Management Plan, including a
functions and values assessment of wetlands in the community, and development of policies and
management strategies to better manage wetlands based on the functions they perform and value to the
community.
3 O. Related Developments; Cumulative Impacts
This item does not require a response for an A UAR since the entire A UAR process
deals with cumulative impacts from related developments within the A UAR area.
31. Other Potential Environmental Impacts
If the project may cause any adverse environmental impacts which were not
addressed by items 1 to 28, identify them here, along with any proposed
mitigation.
32. Summary of Issues
List any impacts and issues identified above that may require further
investigation before the project is commenced. Discuss any alternatives or
mitigative measures that have been or may be considered for these impacts and
issues, including those that have been or may be ordered as permit conditions.
The Mitigation Plan which follows identifies the issues that might impact the Annexation Area and the
mitigation steps to be taken.
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The final A UAR document must include an explicit mitigation plan. At the RGU's option,
a draft plan may be included in the draft A UAR document; of course, whether or not there
is a separate item for a draft mitigation plan, proposed mitigation must be addressed
through the document.
Mitigation measures to various impacts identified in this study are included under each item above.
All of these measures are collected together as the Stillwater AUAR Mitigation Plan, attached as
Appendix B.
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APPENDIX A
RESOLUTION NO. 97-84
CITY OF STILLWATER
ORDER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW FOR
STlLLW ATIR ANNEXATION AREA
WHEREAS, the City of Stillwater wishes to plan responsibly for the Stillwater Annexation Area for the benefit
and interest of current and future City residents. current landowners. future business owners, and the general
public, and;
WHEREAS, the current land uses in the Annexation Area are predominantly agriculture and low density
residential, and;
WHEREAS, the City anticipates future development to evolve over the next fifteen to twenty years in the
Annexation Area, as reflected in the Proposed Land Use Map in the City's adopted 1995 Comprehensive
Plan for the area, consisting ofresidcntial, commercial, research and development park, educational and
recreational uses, and;
WHEREAS, the City wishes to comply in good faith with the requirements the Rules of the Minnesota
Environmental Quality Board (EQB), and;
WHEREAS, the City has detennined that the scale and intensity of anticipated development in the Stillwater
Annexation Area has the potential for significant environmental impacts, and;
WHEREAS. the City has determined that because of the scale of future development and the sensitive
environmental resources in the Annexation Area, it is most appropriate to plan for the area under the
provisions of the Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR) process as described in Section 4410.3610 of
the EQB Rules. and;
WHEREAS, the City has an adopted comprehensive plan meeting the criteria in said Rules allowing the City to
proceed with anAUAR;
NOW, lHEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Stillwater City Council hereby orders the environmental
review of the area. known as the Stillwater Annexation Area consistent with the intents and purposes of the
Rules of the MinneSOta Environmental Quality Board under the provisions for Alternative Urban Areawide
Review (AUAR). The following conditions shall govern this review:
1) The specific boundaries of the Annexation Area for review under this order are depicted on the
attached map. Annexation A1'~Q.
2) The City Council orders that the scenario to be considered in this review is the proposed future land use
as adopted in the City's 1995 Comprehensive Plan, with the anticipated natUre, location, and intensity of
development as illustrated and tabulated on the attached map, Proposed Land Use Map.
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Stillwater AUAR Mitigation Plan
1.0 Introduction
This comprehensive environmental protection plan has been prepared as a part of the Alternative
Urban Areawide Review (AUAR) process for the City of Stillwater Annexation Area. This plan
is intended to satisfy the AUAR rules that require preparation of a "mitigation plan" that
specifies measures or procedures that will be used to protect the environment from potential
impacts of development of the Annexation Area. The plan also provides management
recommendations for maintenance and restoration of important natural areas. Finally, the plan
specifies legal and financial measures and institutional arrangements that will assure that the
mitigation measures recommended in the plan are implemented. The mitigation plan will be
used by the City of Stillwater to guide development of the Annexation Area through the
avoidance, minimization, and/or mitigation of environmental impacts.
The plan is not intended to modify the regulatory agencies' responsibilities for
implementing their respective regulatory programs, or to create additional regulatory
requirements. This mitigation plan is not intended to deprive or divest any person of any
use of property or right to which they are entitled by law. Finally, the AUAR and this
mitigation plan may be silent as to environmental concerns or impacts that may arise later
within the context of specific development proposals, and could not be anticipated during
the AUAR process. This should not be construed as a bar to requests for and commitments
by the City and project proposers to compile new and/or additional environmental impact
information and analysis.
The AUAR indicated that several important regional natural resources are potentially affected by
proposed development in the Annexation Area: Brown's Creek, the Brown's Creek Ravine,
Jackson Wildlife Management Area, and the St. Croix River. Other resources of local
significance such as Long Lake and McKusick Lake may also be affected by proposed
development. The mitigation plan specifically addresses measures for the long-term protection
and management of these natural resources in Sections 2.0, 4.0 and 5.0. Protection measures that
will avoid or minimize environmental impacts to wetlands, woodlands, and other natural
resources in the Annexation Area are provided in Sections 3.0 and 6.0. The protection of
historical and archaeological resources is addressed in Section 7.0. Protection measures for
other potential development-related impacts, including traffic, air quality and noise issues are
discussed in Section 8.0. The plan provides overall goals for each resource, then strategies that
describe specific measures to be implemented to achieve each goal. The final section of the plan
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The City of Stillwater recognizes that the emphasis of the AUAR is to closely examine the
environmental impacts of proposed development in the Annexation Area as described in the
Stillwater Comprehensive Plan. In addition to environmental impacts, the City must consider
other issues as the area develops, including land use, design issues, finances, economics, and
transportation concerns. The City must balance all of these concerns along with environmental
impacts through specific plan development and design review process.
The Mitigation Plan is proposed based on existing conditions and existing information at the
time of its writing. If new information, conditions or mitigation methods develop after the
approval of this plan, the City may convene representative members from the natural resources
agencies and organizations on the Technical Committee to consider the new information and
develop new recommendations to meet the goals identified in the Mitigation Plan.
Finally, this AUAR specifically identifies and analyzes the environmental impacts of
development within the Annexation Area. However, actions outside the 1800-acre area are
beyond the control of the City of Stillwater, and may affect the natural resources that the
Mitigation Plan protects or mitigates. The City of Stillwater is committed to try to coordinate
protection of the natural resources with other agencies and organizations as listed in the
Mitigation plan, and others that may impact the natural resources of the Area, particularly
Brown's Creek.
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The Goals and Strategies included in this plan were developed with the assistance of a Technical
Advisory Committee for the AUAR process. The assistance of these individuals and their
organizations is gratefully acknowledged.
Participants in the Technical Committee meetings included the following:
Jim Almendinger, St. Croix Watershed Research Station, Science Museum of Minnesota
Wayne Barstad, Minnesota DNR Ecological Services
Kathy Don Carlos, Minnesota DNR Division of Wildlife
Mark Doneux, Washington SWCD (currently acting as the Browns Creek WMO)
Annette Drewes, Minnesota DNR Trout Stream Coordinator
Hannah Dunevitz, Minnesota DNR Natural Heritage Program
Klayton Eckles, City of Stillwater, City Engineer
Jerry Fontaine, Stillwater Planning Commission
Gary Huber, Trout Unlimited
Dwight Jelle, Westwood Development
Jim Larson, Metropolitan Council Environmental Services
Meg McMonigal, Stillwater Township
Lee Miller, Friends of the Long Lake Homeowners
James Perry, University of Minnesota Department of Forest Resources
Jim Peterson, Trail Head Development
Charles Prokop, Minnesota Trout Association
Marc Putman, Charles Cudd Companies
Steve Russell, City of Stillwater Community Development Director
Richard Schubert, Friends of Browns Creek Ravine
Molly Shodeen, Minnesota DNR Division of Waters
Gene Soderbeck, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Sheila-Marie Untiedt, Stillwater Township
Mary Vogel, University of Minnesota College of Architecture
and Landscape Architecture
Dave Zappetillo, Minnesota DNR Division of Fisheries
Tony DeMars, Bonestroo, & AssoCiates
Bob Schunicht, Bonestroo & Associates
Sherri Buss, Bonestroo & Associates, Facilitator
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2.0 Brown's Creek and its Tributaries
Brown's Creek and its tributaries within the Annexation Area are classified as Trout Waters (MN
Rules 7050.0420). Upper portions of Brown's Creek above the Stone Bridge are considered
marginal trout habitat. Brown's Creek has been ranked as one of the six highest priority trout
streams in the Metro Region. Brown trout are stocked in the stream at catchable size for
recreation purposes. Natural reproduction of trout in the stream is limited. Fishing pressure on
the creek is heavy, due to its accessibility to Metro Area anglers, including mobility-restricted
anglers. The presence of Brown trout in the stream is an indicator of high water and habitat
quality, these conditions also help to support a valuable assemblage of rare species and
communities that survive in the Brown's Creek Ravine.
The City of Stillwater has proposed a set of goals and strategies in this section to maintain the
water quality and hydrologic regime of Brown's Creek, to maintain the health of trout habitat and
natural communities in the Ravine as development occurs in the Annexation Area.
Goal 1 :
Protect and Maintain the Current Quality of Surface Water Inflows to
Brown's Creek.
PROTECTION STRATEGIES:
1. Implement the plan to divert discharge from Long Lake and stormwater runoff from the
Annexation Area and Grant Township (south of the Minnesota Zephyr railway tracks) to the
wetland north of McKusick Lake. Reconfigure the outlet at the north end of Long Lake to
maintain the lake at a normal elevation of 889-890, and direct flows north through the
existing drainageway to the McKusick wetland. Reconfigure this drainage ditch to a stream
channel form, which will be more stable than the ditch. Remove the current dike at the
north end of McKusick Lake, and build a new dike at the north end of the wetland, to create
a basin to hold the entire runoff from the Long Lake and the Annexation Area up to a 2.5-
3.0 inch rainfall event (occurs approximately every 3 years'in this area). (Monitoring
protocol described in #9 below.) .
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Minnesota DNR
Regulatory program: DNR Outlet Permit No. 76-6047, Wetland Conservation Act
Implementation time frame: City will complete a feasibility study of this diversion
strategy by August, 1997 (the conclusion of the AUAR). The study will include a cost
estimate and recommendations for equitable distribution of costs for implementing the
diversion strategy. The city will implement the diversion based on results of the study.
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2. Implement the Stormwater Management Study for the Annexation Area developed as a part
of the AUAR, that emphasizes the protection of water quality in Brown's Creek, and sets
forth criteria for the design and performance of stormwater detention basins to reduce peak
flows into McKusick Lake and Brown's Creek. Identify and implement opportunities for
regional stormwater detention basins within the Annexation Area and in surrounding
communities that drain through the Annexation Area to Brown's Creek.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Washington County/Browns Creek WMO,
surrounding cities
Regulatory program: Minn. Statutes 103B.235 and Minn. Rules 8410
Implementation time frame: Design and construct detention facilities as development is
proposed.
3. Developers should work with the City of Stillwater to identify and implement strategies to
infiltrate and detain stormwater to reduce runoff to surface waters and increase infiltration.
A variety of strategies may be implemented to meet stormwater management goals to
protect or improve the quality of runoff to Long Lake, McKusick Lake and Brown's Creek
by reducing peak flows from developed areas. Peak discharge rates for 2, 10, and 100-year
rainfall occurrence conditions from any development area should be maintained at less than
or equal to pre-development conditions.
The City of Stillwater may consider changes from its Subdivision Ordinance through its
design review process for the following:
a. Reduce street coverage
· Reduce residential (local access) street widths and lengths.
· Use "T" cul-de-sacs or establish vegetated islands designed to hold stormwater.
b. Design and locate buildings to reduce impervious surfaces and retain infiltration areas
· Use cluster development that maintains open space and minimizes impervious surfaces.
· Reduce front setbacks to reduce driveway length.
· Maintain vegetated swales or detention areas between back lot areas to infiltrate and
route water.
c. Reduce parking areas
· Encourage cooperative parking
· Use parking standards that reflect average parking needs instead of peak day
projections.
d. Private developers in the Annexation Area may also chose to implement the
following:
· Provide infiltration areas
· Use rural road sections without curb and gutter treatments, that drain to wet or dry
swales. Plant these where possible with native vegetation types.
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· Identify soils with high infiltration capacities, and cluster development and route
drainage to maintain these as open space areas and infiltrate storm runoff.
· Use infiltration basins.
· Maintain or create detention basins that release water when it has cooled to less than
65 degrees F
· Use permeable pipes to transport and exfiltrate stormwater
· Direct downspouts from roofs over yards or other vegetated areas and away from
driveways or paved surfaces
· Use aerators, sand beds, or other cooling strategies to reduce the temperature of runoff
or pooled water before it enters Brown's Creek
· Protect or encourage plantings of native vegetation on public and private properties,
including woodlands, prairies, and wetlands, to promote stormwater infiltration and
provide habitat and aesthetic values.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Washington County/Browns Creek WMO,
Developers
Regulatory program: Stillwater Comprehensive Plan, Stormwater Management ordinance,
Special Area Plans and Development Agreements
Implementation time frame: As development is proposed. City will review development
proposals for consistency with the AUAR and Mitigation Plan. Provisions of the Stillwater
Comprehensive Plan and Special Area Plans allow flexibility from standard subdivision
requirements to implement cluster development, narrower street widths, and other practices
suggested above.
4. Require the use, management and enforcement of Best Management Practices
(BMP's) and Wet Stormwater detention basins to control erosion and sedimentation during
and after construction of projects in the Annexation Area.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Regulatory program: Stormwater Management Ordinance, NPDES Permit Program,
Development Agreements
Implementation time frame:. Immediate
5. Maintain or restore an unmown vegetated buffer at least 100 feet in width upslope from the
Ordinary High Water mark (O.H.W.) along the corridors of Brown's Creek and its tributaries
in areas developed after adoption of the AUAR. A wider buffer zone may be required where
needed to protect floodplains, wetlands, steep slopes or important fish and wildlife habitat
areas. Encourage landowners to plant native trees, shrubs, Tall grasses, herbaceous and
wetland plants in this buffer strip to increase shading of the Creek and tributaries to maintain
water temperature for trout habitat.
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Amend Draft Shoreland Management Ordinance (February, 1997) to include Brown's Creek
and its Tributaries, including regulations for Vegetation Management, Diseased Vegetation,
Buffer Zones, Fertilizers, Pesticides, and Oak Tree Management. Adopt and enforce
Ordinance, including the Annexation Area.
Responsible parties: City of Sti~lwater
Regulatory program: Development and Subdivision Ordinance, Shoreland
Management Ordinance, Floodplain Ordinance
Implementation time frame: The City will amend ordinances as needed to require a
minimum 100' vegetated buffer and management regulations along Brown's Creek and its
tributaries. Amendments will be completed by December, 1997.
6. Protect and enhance in-stream habitat and riparian trout stream habitat along Brown's Creek
and its tributaries in areas of existing development, including vegetated buffer areas,
groundwater recharge areas, pools, riffles, and other critical components of trout habitat. A
continuous stream habitat corridor should be protected along the Creek downstream of the
Stone Bridge.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Minnesota DNR, Trout Unlimited
Regulatory program: Voluntary program
Implementation time frame: As development occurs
7. Develop and conduct annual educational programs for local residents on the value of natural
resources in the area, the effects of yard care practices on these resources, and options for
homeowners to assist in protecting resource quality.
Responsible parties: Washington SWCD, Trout Unlimited, City of Stillwater,
Public Interest Groups, University of Minnesota Extension Service
Regulatory program: Voluntary program
Implementation time frame: Ongoing
8. The City should work with Washington County and the Minnesota Department of
Transportation as plans are completed for alteration of State Highway 36 and County
Highways 15 and 96, to identify potential water quality and quantity impacts to Brown's
Creek and impacts to other natural resources, and develop strategies to avoid or mitigate
these impacts.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Washington County, Minnesota DOTtRegulatory program: Voluntary coordination
Implementation time frame: Designs for these roadways are currently being developed and
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9. Implement a water quality monitoring program, including water temperature, dissolved
oxygen, water quality and quantity parameters, in accordance with Minnesota Pollution
Control Agency (MPCA) and Metropolitan Council water quality monitoring guidelines, as
specified in Minnesota Lake and Watershed Data Collection Manual (MPCA 1994) and..An
Evaluation of Lake and Stream Monitorin~ Pro~rams in the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area
(Metropolitan Council 1989).
Monitoring stations will be placed in the following locations: 1)lower end of Brown's Creek
where it meets the St. Croix; 2)near the Stone Arch Bridge; 3) near Neal Avenue and the
railroad tracks; 4) at County Road 15, 5) on the stream tributaries west of McKusick Lake;
and 6) at the Long Lake outlet. Beginning in spring, 1997, these stations will be regularly
sampled for water temperature and flow data. In addition, macroinvertebrate samples will be
gathered and analyzed in for 2 locations, at the upper and lower ends of the Creek. Samples
will be taken three times during the summer.
Automatic monitoring stations at the Stonebridge and the lower end of Brown's Creek will
also collect a variety of water quality data.
The Washington Soil and Water Conservation District (acting as the Browns Creek WMO)
will collect and analyze the results of monitoring on Brown's Creek, and report the results of
monitoring to the City of Stillwater, Metropolitan Council, resource management agencies,
and other interested organizations.
The Science Museum of Minnesota and other partners are developing a proposal for short
and long-term monitoring and data analysis of the Brown's Creek Watershed, including the
Annexation Area, to include additional
Responsible parties: Washington SWCD, City of Stillwater, Minnesota DNR, Trout
Unlimited Metropolitan Council, MPCA, St. Croix Research Station-Science Museum of
Minnesota, Stillwater High School Science classes (biological monitoring)
Regulatory program: Voluntary program. Funding and resources will be provided by all of
the Responsible Parties or Public Interest Groups
Implementation time frame: Monitoring will begin by June 1, 1997. Washington SWCD
will prepare the water quality monitoring plan with consultation of other responsible parties.
Data collection will begin in 1997, and continue annually with results to be published in the
annual report of the Browns Creek WMO and entered into the STORET database.
10. Encourage the development of a Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan for the
Brown's Creek Watershed that models conditions in the Watershed at full development;
identifies issues and problems for water and other natural resources in the Watershed based
on this analysis; and identifies goals, strategies and responsibilities for addressing these
issues and problems.
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Responsible parties: Washington County/Browns Creek WMO, local governments, natural
resource agencIes
Regulatory program: Minnesota Statutes 103B.
Implementation time frame:
Goal 2:
Maintain or improve the quantity and quality of groundwater discharges to
protect the basetlow of Brown's Creek.
PROTECTION STRATEGIES:
1. Locate the new municipal well proposed for the Annexation Area outside the Area
determined to affect groundwater flows to Brown's Creek.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Minnesota DNR
Regulatory program: Minnesota DNR Water Appropriations Permit Program
Implementation time frame: New well will be sited before development begins
2. Encourage abandonment of private wells in the Annexation Area. Well abandonment will be
implemented in accordance with procedures of the Minnesota Department of Health.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater
Regulatory program: City of Stillwater
Implementation time frame: Will be implemented by the City as development occurs.
3. Promote a "no-net-Ioss" of groundwater recharge capabilities for the recharge area of aquifers
discharging to Brown's C~ek and its tributaries. Implement the strategies listed in Section
2.0, Goal 1, Strategy #3, to decrease the proportion of impervious surface area, add buffer
zones and retention basins, and use other strategies to increase rainfall infiltration in the
Annexation Area to maintain groundwater flows to Brown's Creek.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, 'Washington SWCD, Developers
Regulatory program: City Subdivision Ordinance, Special Area Plans,
Stormwater Management Ordinance, and Development Agreements
Implementation time frame: Implement as developments are proposed.
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4. Complete field surveys to identify shallow groundwater areas before utilities are constructed
near Brown's Creek or its tributaries. Avoid construction of utilities in close proximity to the
creek, its tributaries, and wetlands in the Annexation Area when feasible.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Washington SWCD
Regulatory program: Best Management Practice
Implementation time frame: Complete as part of feasibility study for utilities in the
Annexation Area, to be completed by September, 1997.
5. When utility construction near streams and wetlands is necessary, require use of trench dams
or other barriers, and backfilling of utility trenches with native material near Brown's Creek
and its tributaries to prevent drainage of shallow groundwater in the area.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater
Regulatory program: Best Management Practice
Implementation time frame: Implement as utilities are constructed in the Annexation Area.
6. Encourage owners of the Oak Glen golf course to discontinue using ground water wells for
irrigation, and explore the feasibility of replacing this source with water from the McKusick
wetland. This may protect groundwater sources as well as increase the storage potential of
McKusick Lake.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater to contact Oak Glen owners
Regulatory program: Voluntary program
Implementation time frame: Spring, 1997
7. Implement a groundwater monitoring program within the Annexation Area
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Washington County/Browns Creek WMO,
Minnesota DNR
Regulatory program: Voluntary program .
Implementation time frame: Implement as early as possible in 1997
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3.0 Natural Areas in the Annexation Area
The majority of high-quality natural areas that may be affected by urban development in the
Annexation Area are located within the Brown's Creek Ravine. The lower one mile of Brown's
Creek in the N ~ Sections 20 and 21, T30N, R20W, is a biologically significant ravine/creek
system, based on information collected by the Minnesota County Biological Survey. The Survey
noted that less than 6 percent of the land area of Washington County remained in high quality
natural communities in 1991. Three natural communities occur within this system-a high-
quality maple-basswood forest, mixed hardwood swamp, and moderate quality bluff prairie.
Breeding and foraging habitat of the Louisiana water thrush (Seiurus motacilla), a special
concern species, is also documented in this area.
While all of these rare feature elements occur outside the Annexation Area, potential impacts
from stormwater discharges to Brown's Creek and other development-related impacts could
affect the quality of natural communities and habitat areas in the Ravine. The Louisiana water
thrush is particularly sensitive to increased flows from stormwater because the bird nests and
feeds along the stream bank near the stream's normal water level. Increased flows may inundate
nesting and/or critical feeding areas. Changes in surface and groundwater quality and quantity
with increased development may also affect the viability and quality of hardwood seepage
swamp communities.
An additional natural community of concern is an oak forest located along the west shore of
Long Lake, in the West ~ of Section 31, T30N, R 20W. This oak forest community was also
identified by the Minnesota County Biological Survey in 1990. In 1995, this area was surveyed
more intensively. This survey suggested that the highest quality forest remains in the eastern
areas of the woodland near Long Lake, while western areas have been severely degraded by
invasion of exotic species. Development of sewers, roads and residential subdivisions may
affect the quality of this natural community.
The City of Stillwater has proposed goals and strategies in this section to protect and restore
natural communities in the Brown's Creek Ravme, while developing opportunities for passive
recreation that are compatible with the long-term health of these communities. The section also
includes goals for managing oak forest communities, and mitigating for losses that may occur
with development of the Annexation Area.
Goal 3:
Maintain or restore the quality of Brown's Creek and the Ravine Area,
including sustaining the health of the Louisiana water thrush habitat and
trout habitat, and maintain or restore native plant communities.
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PROTECTION STRATEGIES:
1. Implement the stormwater diversion to McKusick Lake, Stormwater Management Plan,
infiltration strategies, other BMP's, and monitoring strategies described under Goal #1,
strategies 1-8, to maintain the current quality and quantity of stormwater flowing to the
Ravine from the Annexation Area, to maintain the Louisiana water thrush habitat and
hardwood seepage swamp communities.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater and others listed under Goal 1
Regulatory program: Listed under Goal 1
Implementation time frame: Identified for each strategy listed under Goal 1.
2. Implement Stillwater's Shoreland/Bluffland Management Ordinance and Restrictive Soils
Ordinance to protect the Ravine, and encourage vegetated buffer strips with required 40'
setbacks from the bluff line to protect the natural slopes in the Ravine.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater
Regulatory program: Development and subdivision ordinances, Shoreland/Bluffland
Management Ordinance (No. 784), Restictive Soils Ordinance (778)
Implementation time frame: Ordinances are currently in effect.
3. Work with the Minnesota DNR's Natural Heritage Program and Fisheries Division to
develop a restoration and management plan for the Brown's Creek Ravine, including
Louisiana water thrush and trout habitat and native plant communities that are part of the
Ravine complex. Adopt the plan as a part of the City's Parks and Open Space Plans.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Minnesota DNR
Regulatory program: City Comprehensive Plan and Natural and Cultural Resource
Protection Regulations
Implementation time frame: Adopt management plan by Spring, 1998
Goal 4:
Provide passive recreation opportunities that are compatible with the high
quality natural resources in the Brown's Creek Ravine Area.
PROTECTION STRATEGIES:
1. Implement Stillwater's Trails and Pathways Corridors Plan, including development of a
pedestrian path on one side of Brown's Creek within the Ravine. Work with the Minnesota
DNRNatural Heritage Program to locate and design the trail to avoid fragmentation,
disturbance and degradation of the native plant communities and Louisiana water thrush
habitat in the ravine. Work with the Minnesota DNR Division of Fisheries to design a trail
that is compatible with trout fishing activities and Angler Easements in the corridor. Restrict
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foot traffic in the Ravine to the designated trail, to discourage erosion occurring on slopes
near the Stone Bridge and elsewhere in the Ravine.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Minnesota DNR
Regulatory program: Stillwater Comprehensive Plan, Minnesota Statutes 84.0895.
Implementation time frame: Trail is mapped in current comprehensive plan. Final
design and implementation will occur as resources are available and the area is developed.
Goal 5:
Implement Stillwater's Forest Protection Ordinance and encourage
management, protection, and restoration of woodland resources in the
Annexation Area to provide functions such as stormwater infiltration,
wildlife habitat, and climatic amelioration.
PROTECTION STRATEGIES:
1. Implement Stillwater's Forest Protection Ordinance in the Annexation Area, requiring
protection or mitigation of forest resources affected by development activities. Add standard
Oak Wilt Protection Provisions to this Ordinance. (These provisions should require that
existing oak wilt be controlled before construction begins. Oak trees [including exposed
roots in trenches] should not be cut, pruned or injured between April 15 and July 1 of each
year. If injury occurs during these months, wounds must be treated with a tree wound
dressing within 15 minutes or less to reduce infection potential. A vibratory plow should be
used to sever roots along the edge of any construction area prior to beginning work. Tree
protection zones should be fenced during construction to prevent all entry.)
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, with consultation from Minnesota DNR Division of
Forestry as needed
Regulatory program: Stillwater Forest Protection Ordinance (No. 769)
Implementation time frame: Ordinance is currently in effect. Additional provisions to be
applied immediately with any development on the Annexation Area, and adopted into
ordinance during 1997.
2. Enforce Stillwater's Restrictive Soils Ordinance and Draft Shoreland Management Ordinance
to protect Oak Woodland areas adjacent to Long Lake and on steep slopes within the
proposed development area.
- Responsible parties: City of Stillwater
Regulatory program: Restrictive Soils and Shoreland Management Ordinances
Implementation time frame: Soils Ordinance is.currently ineffect. Draft Shoreland
Ordinance will be adopted by end of 1997.
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3. Require developers in the woodland area to complete Forest Management Plans that indicate
areas where development will occur, and identify management strategies to protect the health
and function of oak woodlands and mitigate for losses that occur due to development. The
Minnesota DNR Forestry Division or certified private foresters may be consulted for
assistance in developing management plans.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Developers
Regulatory program: Forest Protection Ordinance
Implementation time frame: Complete Forest Management Plans before development
occurs
4. Encourage use of native or "naturalized" landscaping by homeowners in the Annexation
Area, to provide greater stormwater infiltration and more diverse wildlife habitat, and replace
some of the functions provided by the pre-development oak woodland. Encourage
developers to use native plants and naturalized plantings around stormwater ponds in
developed areas.
Responsible parties: Homeowners, Developers
Regulatory program: Voluntary program. Developers, Long Lake Homeowners
Association, Trout Unlimited and others may provide information
demonstrate ideas to residents in the Annexation Area.
Implementation time frame: Ongoing
Goal 6:
Identify potential wildlife and recreation corridors, parks and open space
areas, and adopt plans and development strategies for these areas. Include
significant natural community areas in these corridors and open space areas,
and use corridors to create connections between these areas.
Protection strategies:
1. Implement goals and policies of the Stillwater Comprehensive Plan, Subdivision Ordinance
No. 837, and provisions of Resolution 96-242, including goals to complete development of
parks and trails plans for the city, and implementation of these plans through application of
these ordinances as the Annexation Area is developed. This plan should identify remaining
native plant communities, important habitat areas, other natural areas, and corridor linkages
among these, and propose management plans for these areas, including trails and recreation
areas where these are appropriate without compromising the quality of significant native
communities and habitats. The City should work with the DNR Division of Wildlife and
others as appropriate to design and implement an effective corridor system.
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Responsible parties: City of Stillwater
Regulatory program: Stillwater Comprehensive Plan, Special Area Plans, Subdivision
Ordinance, and Resolution 96-242, Development Agreements, Washington County Scenic
Road Overlay District Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan.
Implementation time frame: Ordinances are currently in effect. Parks and trails are
identified and mapped in the Comprehensive Plan. Detailed design plans and
implementation will occur with development of the Annexation Area.
2. Coordinate activities to identify natural areas, wildlife corridors and recreation corridors with
greenway corridor planning at the Minnesota DNR, Land Stewardship Project, and
Washington County.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Minnesota DNR, Land Stewardship Project, and
Washington County
Regulatory program: Voluntary coordination activities
Implementation time frame: Corridor planning activities are ongoing
3. Map significant natural areas, woodland communities, corridor areas, etc. in the City's
Geographic Information System. Use development reviews to provide information and
direction to developers to use clustering, open space dedication, development design, and
other methods to protect these areas.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater
Regulatory program: City Comprehensive Plan, Special Area Plans, and Subdivision
Ordinance
Implementation time frame: As development occurs
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4.0 Long Lake, McKusick Lake, South Twin Lake, and St. Croix River
These lakes are all located within, or receive direct drainage from, the annexation area. The
DNR classifies South Twin and Long Lake as winter kill lakes, while McKusick Lake is
classified as a waterfowl lake, and is too shallow to support game fish populations. South Twin
Lake is located in the Silver Creek Watershed.
Long Lake outlets to Brown's Creek, and is currently experiencing water quantity and quality
problems related to runoff from its drainage area. Most of these problems are generated outside
the Annexation Area. The outlet at the north end of the lake is governed by a DNR permit that
restricts flow from May to September, to prevent the flow of warm water to Brown's Creek.
However, the outlet currently flows year-round, in violation of the permit, to prevent flooding of
homes near the lake. Analysis of impacts of development in the Annexation Area indicates that
this development will have little noticeable impact on the water quality and quantity status of
Long Lake.
The City of Stillwater has proposed goals and strategies in this section to alleviate current
flooding problems on Long Lake, while maintaining or improving the water quality of Long
Lake, McKusick Lake and the St. Croix River as the Annexation Area develops. The section
also proposes adoption of stormwater management strategies for the area draining to South Twin
Lake.
Goal 7:
Prevent future flooding and protect or improve the water quality of Long Lake.
PROTECTION STRATEGIES:
1. Replace the current outlet structure on Long Lake with a new structure that maintains a
normal lake level of 890.0 feet, and diverts flows above this level through the current
tributary channel to McKusick Lake.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater
Regulatory program: DNR Waters Permit No. 76-6047
Implementation time frame: Preliminary study of outlet replacement and diversion
completed during AUAR. Construction feasibility to be completed as the AUAR is
completed (August, 1997).
2. Evaluate methods for improving water quality in Long Lake, including outlet improvements,
removal of sediments collected at the south end of the Long Lake, planting native aquatic
vegetation, and others. Use native vegetation when possible to aid in cleaning sediments and
nutrients from lake water, and to improve fish and wildlife habitat. Consider remedial plans
for developed areas draining to Long Lake to improve water quality, that address
modifications to the current system.
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Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Washington CountylWMO
Regulatory program: Browns Creek WMO Plan, Stillwater Subdivision and Environmental
Ordinances, Special Area Plans and Voluntary Actions
Implementation time frame: Ongoing
3. Work with neighboring jurisdictions upstream from Long Lake and the Annexation Area, to
ensure that proper safeguard are implemented to protect the quality of Long Lake and other
surface waters.
Responsible parties: Washington County/Browns Creek WMO
Regulatory program: Browns Creek WMO Plan
Implementation time frame:. Ongoing
4. Complete integrated water quality management plans for lakes in the Annexation Area.
Responsible parties: Washington County/Browns Creek WMO
Regulatory program: Voluntary program
Implementation time frame: Implement when permanent management has been
determined for WMO, or as resources for plans become available.
5. Consider establishment of adequate public access to Long Lake, as this make increase
eligibility for funding sources to improve water quality.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater
Regulatory program: Voluntary determination
Implementation time frame: Consider in 1997 along with regulations for surface water use
of Long Lake.
GoalS:
Assure that solutions to Long Lake high water problems do not degrade the
water quality of McKusick Lake, Brown's Creek or the St. Croix River.
PROTECTION STRATEGIES:
1. Implement the diversion strategy from Long Lake to McKusick Lake described in 2.0, Goal
1, No.1. Allow sediment from Long Lake and the Annexation Area to settle along the
stream channel and in the wetlands north of McKusick Lake.
Regulatory parties: City of Stillwater
Regulatory program: DNR Outlet Permit, Wetland Conservation Act
Implementation time frame: City will complete construction feasibility study by August,
1997, and implement the diversion based on results of the study.
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2. Require the use, management, and enforcement of Best Management Practices (BMP's) and
wet stormwater detention basins to control erosion and sedimentation during and after
construction of projects in the Annexation Area, to prevent sedimentation to Brown's Creek,
the St. Croix River, and other resources.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, MPCA
Regulatory program: Stormwater Management Ordinance, NPDES Permit Program,
Development Agreements
Implementation time frame: Immediate
3. Implement City water surface use policies to minimize recreational impacts to water quality
and habitat in the Long Lake area.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Recreationists
Regulatory program: Shoreland Management Ordinance, Planning Commission and Parks
Board Policies
Implementation time frame: Policies for surface water use on Long Lake are currently
being considered by Stillwater's Planning Commission and Parks Board. Recommendations
will be completed by June, 1997.
4. Encourage lakeshore residents to maintain or restore a buffer of native vegetation to reduce
erosion and provide wildlife habitat.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Lakeshore landowners
Regulatory program: Draft Shoreland Management Ordinance (Feb., 1997) and
voluntary actions of current landowners
Implementation time frame: May be implemented immediately
5. Consider a City ordinance limiting the use of lawn fertilizers containing phosphorus, and
educate residents about yard care practices to protect surface
water quality.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Long Lake Homeowners Association
Regulatory program: Voluntary program
Implementation time frame: Ongoing
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Goal 9:
Protect the water quality of South Twin Lake.
PROTECTION STRATEGIES:
1. Implement the Stormwater Management Study for the Annexation Area developed as a part
of the AUAR, including recommendations for the area north of the Minnesota Zephyr
railroad tracks that drains to South Twin Lake. This study sets forth recommendations for
the design and performance of stormwater detention basins to reduce peak flows and protect
water quality in South Twin Lake.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater
Regulatory program: City Stormwater Management Ordinance, Minn. Statutes 103B.235
and Minn. Rules 8410
Implementation time frame:
2. Require developers in the Annexation Area that flows to South Twin Lake to infiltrate and
detain stormwater runoff using the methods described in Section 2.0, Goal 1, Strategy 3.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Washington County/Browns Creek WMO,
Developers
Regulatory program: Stillwater Comprehensive Plan, Stormwater Management Ordinance,
Special Area Plans, and Development Agreements
Implementation time frame: As development is proposed
3. Adopt the City's proposed Shoreland Management Ordinance, including provisions for
vegetative buffers, fertilizer and lawn care management, and other provisions that protect
lake water quality.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater
Regulatory program: Shoreland Management Ordinance (Draft 2/3/97)
Implementation time frame: Adopt Shoreland Management Ordinance by December, 1997
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5.0 Infrastructure
Goal 10:
Complete development of infrastructure for the Annexation Area (including
sanitary sewer, water supply, and street systems) that is efficient, economical,
and minimizes or mitigates impacts to the environment.
PROTECTION STRATEGIES:
1. Complete the feasibility study for sanitary sewer service to be constructed in the Annexation
Area. Identify alternatives that avoid and/or mitigate for impacts to groundwater, wetlands,
native plant communities, and surface water resources.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, Minnesota
DNR
Regulatory program: Wetland Conservation Act,
Implementation time frame: Feasibility study to be completed by September, 1997.
2. Complete field survey to identify shallow groundwater areas and implement
Strategies to avoid these areas or prevent drainage of groundwater near Brown's
Creek and its tributaries, as specified in Goal 2, Strategies 5 &6.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater
Regulatory program: Voluntary program
Implementation time frame: Implement as feasibility study and construction of utilities are
completed in the Annexation Area
3. Encourage development of streets and roadways to minimi7.e impervious surfaces and route
stormwater flows to pervious areas and detention basins, minimize stormwater runoff to
wetlands, creeks and lakes, and provide for recreation and natural corridors that connect
resources and open spaces in the Annexation Area.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Washington County, Minnesota Department of
Transportation
Regulatory program: City Comprehensive Plan, Special Area Plans, Park and Trailway
Plans, Washington County Scenic Road Overlay District Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan
Implementation time frame: Implement as streets and roads are designed and constructed.
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6.0 Wetlands
Wetlands in the annexation area are significant for local hydrology and wildlife habitat. The
National Wetlands Inventory identified 82 wetlands (approximately 287 acres) in the study area.
Wetlands in the Jackson Wildlife Management Area (WMA) north of Long Lake, and north of
McKusick Lake, will be impacted by stormwater management strategies suggested in this
AUAR. Existing, restored or created wetlands may offer opportunities to mitigate the impacts of
urbanization in the Annexation Area, but their function and quality may also be compromised by
development activities. Construction of infrastructure proposed for the Annexation Area may
also impact wetland resources.
The City of Stillwater administers the Wetland Conservation Act, and is required by law to
regulate wetlands in the City. The City will require strict adherence to the rules of the Wetland
Conservation Act, and require that a sequencing process be followed during the design and
construction of all projects. This process requires that wetland impacts be avoided if possible,
and that unavoidable impacts be compensated through replacement with wetlands that provide
equal functions and values.
The City has also proposed completion of a Comprehensive Wetland Management Plan,
including a functions and values assessment of wetlands in the community, and development of
policies and management strategies to better manage wetlands based on the functions they
perform and value to the community.
Goal 11 :
Promote a policy of "no-net-Ioss" of wetland functions and values in the
Annexation Area by avoiding and minimizing wetland impacts when feasible,
and mitigating for unavoidable impacts. Wetland management should be
integrated with local water planning, be based on an assessment of functions
and values of wetlands in the area, and prioritized based on wetland quality.
PROTECTION STRATEGIES:
1. Implement existing wetland protection regulations contained in City ordinances, Watershed
Plans, and State and Federal rules.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Washington SWCD, U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers, Minnesota DNR, MPCA, U.S. EP A
Regulatory program: Stillwater Subdivision Code, Bluffland/Shoreland, Floodplain,
Shoreland Management, and Wetland Conservation Ordinances, Wetland Conservation Act,
Sections 401 and 404 of the Clean Water Act, Minnesota DNR Protected Waters Program
Implementation time frame: Ordinances and regulations are currently in effect
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2. Complete a Comprehensive Wetland Management Plan for the Annexation Area and the City
of Stillwater that meets the requirements of the Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR)
for such plans, including completion of a functions and values assessment for all wetlands in
the community, development of a wetlands classification system, policies, and management
recommendations based on this assessment.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater
Regulatory program: Minn. Statutes 103G.2242
Implementation time frame: The City will apply for BWSR grant to complete a
Comprehensive Wetlands Management Plan in 1998.
3. Wetland mitigation or replacement that results from development activity in the Annexation
Area should be implemented within the Brown's Creek Watershed (avoid use of Mitigation
Banks outside the Watershed).
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Washington County/Browns Creek WMO
Regulatory program: Wetland Mitigation Act
Implementation time frame: As development occurs
Goal 12:
Protect and maintain the quality of surface water flows to wetlands.
PROTECTION STRATEGIES:
1. Require the use, management, and enforcement of Best Management Practices (BMP's) and
wet stormwater detention basins to control erosion and sedimentation by providing
pretreatment of water discharged to wetlands during and after construction.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Washington SWCD, MPCA
Regulatory program: Stillwater Stormwater Management Ordinance, NPDES Stormwater
Management Program
Implementation time frame: Ordinance is 'currently in effect
2. Promote the maintenance of natural buffer zones of at least feet in width along the
boundary of wetlands to protect water quality and wildlife habitat as an interim measure until
a Comprehensive Wetland Management Plan for the City is completed. Develop and adopt
permanent buffer zone recommendations as a part of the Comprehensive Wetland
Management Plan.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater
Regulatory program: Stillwater Subdivision and Shoreland Ordinance
Implementation time frame: (Buffer zone of about 16 feet included in current ordinance.
Wider zone would require amendment to the ordinance.)
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7.0 Historical and Archaeological Resources
Cultural resources inventory information provided by the Minnesota Historical Society indicated
the presence of areas of high and moderate archaeological potential in the Annexation Area.
These areas include the Stone Bridge site on Brown's Creek.
The City of Stillwater will work with developers to identify historical, archaeological, and
architectural resources in areas with high and moderate archaeological potential, and to preserve
these resources to the extent practicable.
Goal 13:
Identify and preserve historical and archaeological resources in the
Annexation Area.
PROTECTION STRATEGIES:
1. Stormwater management strategies described in Section 1.0 Browns Creek and its Tributaries
will aid in protecting the Stone Bridge from additional stormwater runoff generated by new
development that could degrade the bridge or affect its structure. These strategies include
diversion of runoff from most storm events away from Brown's Creek, and reduction of
storm flows in other events through ponding and infiltration in upstream areas.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater and others as listed in Section 1.0
Regulatory program: Listed in Section 1.0
Implementation time frame: Described in Section 1.0
2. Require developers or the City of Stillwater to conduct Phase I archaeological surveys in
areas that will be disturbed in the development process, and that have high or moderate
archaeological potential, as identified by the Minnesota Historical Society.
Responsible parties: Developers, City of Stillwater, and State Historic Preservation Office
Regulatory program: Minnesota Environmental Policy Act; Stillwater Subdivision
Ordinances and Comprehensive Plan, SHPO Regulations
Implementation time frame: Before development in areas identified.
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8.0 Other Development Related Issues
Urban development in the Annexation Area will impact a variety of other concerns, such as
traffic, noise, and air quality. The City of Stillwater will seek to minimize impacts in these areas
as appropriate to protect the health, welfare and safety of the public.
Goal 14:
Manage Automobile Traffic to Safely Accommodate Development Planned
for the Annexation Area
PROTECTION STRATEGIES:
1. Design and construct local roads to mitigate traffic impacts while meeting natural resource
protection goals and strategies included in this Plan.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Washington County, Minnesota DOT
Regulatory program: Regulatory and construction programs of these agencies
Implementation time frame: Review and design projects as development
occurs in the Annexation Area.
2. Implement Washington County's Scenic Road Overlay District and Linear Park
System Plan, and Stillwater's Parks and Trails Plans as roads are developed in the
Annexation Area.
Responsible parties: Washington County, City of Stillwater
Regulatory program: Washington County Comprehensive Plan and City
of Stillwater Comprehensive Plan
Implementation time frame: Implement as development occurs in the
Annexation Area
Goal 15:
Maintain Air Quality in the Annexation Area as Development Occurs
PROTECTION STRATEGIES:
1. Enforce State Air Quality Standards to regulate air emissions in the Annexation Area.
Responsible parties: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Regulatory program: Indirect Source Permit Program
Implementation time frame: Regulations are currently in effect
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2. Implement Best Management Practices to minimize dust during and after construction of
developments and infrastructure in the Annexation Area.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Washington County, Minnesota DOT
Regulatory program: Stillwater Subdivision Code and Contractor Oversight
Implementation time frame: Regulations are currently in effect
Goal 16: Minimize Noise Generated by Construction and Traffic in the Annexation Area
PROTECTION STRATEGIES:
1. Regulate hours when construction may occur to control construction noise.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater
Regulatory program: City Ordinance
Implementation time frame: Ordinance is currently in effect
2. Construct noise berms where needed to control noise associated with road construction and
traffic.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater, Washington County, Minnesota DOT
Regulatory program: Part of road design and construction activities
Implementation time frame: Ongoing
3. Locate less noise-sensitive land uses adjacent to major roads.
Responsible parties: City of Stillwater
Regulatory program: City Comprehensive Plan
Implementation time frame: Plan is currently in effect
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ADOPTED ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
PLANS AND REGULATIONS
The City of Stillwater has a variety of plans, ordinances, and regulations in place that address
environmental issues in the Annexation Area. These mechanisms will be enforced and
amended as indicated in the Mitigation Plan to provide a comprehensive framework and set
oftools to protect the natural resources of the Annexation Area as development occurs:
City of Stillwater Comprehensive Plan (1995)
Stillwater Subdivision Code (1997)
Special Area Plans (Chapter 13. Comprehensive Plan - 1995)
Grading Permits Ordinance (1988)
Stormwater Management Ordinance #776 (1993)
Restrictive Soils Ordinance #778 (1993)
Floodway Ordinance #747 (1993)
Forest Protection Ordinance #769 (1993)
Current Shoreland Management Ordinance #784
Draft Shoreland Management Ordinance (1997)
Subdivision Ordinance #837
Park and Trailway Resolution 96-242
Stormwater Utility
Wetland Conservation Act
Development Process - Enforcement of Regulations and Best Management Practices
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LICENSED IN MINNESOTA AND WISCONSIN
THE DESCH OFFICE BUILDING
333 NORTH MAIN STREET' SUITE #202 . P.O. Box 438 . STILLWATER, MN 55082
TELEPHONE: (612) 439-9464 . TELECOPIER: (612) 439-5641
DAVID T. MAGNUSON RICHARD D. ALLEN
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor, City Council and Staff
FROM: David T. Magnuson, City Attorney ~ vi
DATE: May 6,1997
SUBJECT: Proposed Parking Lot Lease
I have the following comments with regard to the proposed Operating Agreement for parking
facilities between the City and Imperial Parking:
I. Article VI recites that Operating Expenses are itemized in Article IX of the
Agreement. This is incorrect. They are actually itemized in Schedule B.
2. This same Article provides that Capital Costs are outlined in Article XVII. They
are actually referred to in Article XVI which refers to Capital Costs in Schedule B
and no Capital Costs are defined in the attached Schedule B. The Management
Fee is $500.00 plus 10% of the net. There is also a fee of$300.00 for
bookkeeping that is included within the definition of Expense.
3. The Agreement does not mention the responsibility for snow plowing and snow
removal and since it is a large item it should be discussed and agreed to.
4. The Agreement can be canceled by the City by giving thirty (30) days written
notice for any reason but, in that event, must pay the balance due to the operator
for any non-reimbursed portion of Capital Costs. It is very important to describe
and define Capital Costs so the City would have some idea of monies that would
have to be paid out in the event of termination.
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FROM: Diane Deblon. Finance
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TO: Mayor & City Council
DATE: April 8. 1997
SUBJECT: Parking lot maintenance
BACKGROUND
The City of Stillwater has conceptually approved entering into a contract
with Impark to provide pay parking and maintenance for two lots in the
downtown. The city also has a lease agreement for the Desch parking lot
and pays 30% of the maintenance. The city also has an agreement with Cub
for the maintenance of the Jr. High (Cub) parking lot in exchange for
permits.
ANALYSIS
The maintenance cost per space for both the Desch and Jr. High lots have
skyrocketed for 1997. The maintenance cost for the Desch lot has
increased to $239.83/space from $121.15/space. The maintenance cost for
.the Jr. High lot has increased to $153.31/space from $51.06/space. (The
igh disparity in costs are due to taxes and assessments included in the
esch costs, which do not affect the Jr. High lot.)
CONCLUSION
City staff had an opportunity to meet with Mr. Hoskin from Impark to
discuss the tentative contract for the pay parking lots in the downtown.
During our discussion. the issue of parking lot maintenance was addressed
and the question raised about Impark contracting out maintain other city
lots. An estimate of $50.00/space for mai'ntenance alone for other city
lots was suggested.
RECOMMENDATION
This appears to be an opportune time for the council to review the
maintenance costs for the Jr. High and Desch parking lots. In both
instances. the maintenance of these lots is expensive. in light of the
most recent information we have. At $50/space. the $19,320.00 in
revenue for Jr. High parking lot should support maintenance of 386 spaces
rather than the 126 spaces it currently supports. Further. the
$19.320.00 would support 50% of a laborer's wages. Staff recommends the
council give notice to Cub and Desch of the city's intent to secure
maintenance services.
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333 NORTH MAIl' STREET' SUITE #202 . P.O. Box 438 . STILLWATER. MN 55082
TELEPHONE: (612) 439-9464 . TELECOPIER: (612) 439-5641
DAYID T. MAGNUSON RICHARD D. ALLEN
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and City Council
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FROM: David T. Magnuson, Stillwater City Attorney ~
DATE: April 11, 1997
SUBJECT: Clarification of Assessment for Comer Lot
After talking to Klayton Eckles and Councilman Cummings, Don Heitmiller came to my office
asking for assurances that his lot at 426 South Owens Street would be assessed as a comer lot at
one-half (l/2) of the unit rate when the future reconstruction of Owens Street takes place. If this
could be done, Heitmiller agrees to accept the assessment for the improvement of Pine Street that
was done as part of Local Improvement 295. This assessment was levied as if Heitmiller owned
a lot cornering on Pine. The enclosed Resolution would take care of the problem.
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cc: Nile Kriesel, City Coordinator
Klayton Eckles, City Engineer
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION DETERMINING CORNER LOT
STATUS FOR THE PURPOSES OF ASSESSMENT
WHEREAS, Donald E. Heitmiller is the owner of Lots 11 and 13, Block 3, Gray &
Slaughter's Addition to the City of Stillwater known as parcel number 97903600; and,
WHEREAS, as part of Local Improvement No. 295, Heitmiller's lot on the comer of
Owens and Pine Streets was treated as a comer lot at one-half (1/2) of the unit rate; and,
WHEREAS, Heitmiller has objected to the assessment on the basis that an intervening
city lot prevented the assessment since the lot did not front on Pine Street; and,
WHEREAS, Heitmiller will accept the assessment provided that he be given assurances
that his parcel be treated as a comer parcel when Owens Street is reconstructed.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS:
That Lots II and 13, Block 3, Gray & Slaughter's Addition to the City of Stillwater at
426 South Owens Street under the ownership of Donald E. Heitmiller be and the same hereby is
determined to be a comer lot with frontage on Owens and Pine Streets and this lot will be given
comer lot status during the next improvement of Owens Street and assessed at one-half (1/2) of
the unit rate for the Owens Street Improvement.
Enacted by the City Council of the City of Stillwater this _ day of April, 1997.
CITY OF STILLWATER
Jay L. Kimble, Its Mayor
ATTEST:
Morli Weldon, Its Clerk
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MEMORANDUM
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Mayor and City Council
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Klayton Eckles, City Engineer
DATE: April 29, 1997
SUBJECT: Pioneer Park Retaining Wall Reconstruction Job No. 9720
DISCUSSION
Attached is a copy of the Feasibility Report prepared by SEH concerning the reconstruction of
Pioneer Park Retaining Wall. The Feasibility Study looked at two primary options. The first
option would involve reconstructing the wall using concrete form liner techniques identical to
those used at the Riverview Parking lot. The second option would involve reconstructing the
wall using quarry stone. Due to the $50,000.00 difference in price, the recommendation is to use
the concrete form liner method. The City has $185,000.00 budgeted towards this project. The
estimated cost using the form liner technique is $192,000.00. So this technique will probably
keep the project within the budget. The next step in this process would be to accept the
Feasibility Report and order preparation of plans and specifications. The city staff would prepare
the plans and specifications with the technical assistance of SEH.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends council pass a resolution accepting the Pioneer Park Retaining Wall
Feasibility Report and ordering the engineer to prepare plans and specifications.
RESOLUTION NO. 97-
ACCEPTING FEASIBILITY REPORT AND
ORDERING PREPARATION OF PLANS & SPECIFICATIONS,
FOR PIONEER PARK RET AINING WALL
WHEREAS, a resolution of the City Council adopted the 18th day of February, 1997,
authorizing Short, Elliott, and Hendrickson (SEH) to prepare a feasibility report on Pioneer Park
Retaining Wall;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
STILLWATER, MINNESOTA:
1. Such reconstruction is hereby ordered as proposed in the council resolution adopted the
6th day of May, 1997 and shall be known as Job No. 9720.
2. Such reconstruction is necessary, cost-effective and feasible as detailed in the feasibility
report.
3. City of Stillwater Engineering Department. is hereby designated as the engineer for this
improvement. They shall prepare plans and specifications for the making of such
improvement with technical assistance from SEH.
Adopted by the Council this 6th day of May, 1997.
Jay Kimble, Mayor
Attest:
Modi Weldon, City Clerk
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Second Street - Cherry Street to Laurel Street
Feasibility Study
City of Stillwater
Minnesota
SEH No. A-STILL971 0.00
April, 1997
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Second Street - Cherry Street to Laurel Street
Feasibility Study
City of Stillwater, Minnesota
SEA No. A-STILL971 0.00
April, 1997
I hereby certify that this Report was prepared by me or under my direct
supervision, and that I am a duly Registered Professional Engineer
under the laws of the State of Minnesota.
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Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc.
3535 Vadnais Center Drive
200 SEH Center
St. Paul, Minnesota 55110
(612) 490-2000
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ARCHITECTURE ENGINEERING ENVIRONMENTAL TRANSPORTATION
April 29, 1997
RE:
City of Stillwater, Minnesota
Feasibility Study
Pioneer Park Retaining Wall
SEH No. A-STILL971O.00
City Council
City of Stillwater, Minnesota
216 N. Fourth Street
Stillwater, Minnesota 55082
Dear Council Members:
As authorized by the Council, we are submitting the Feasibility Study for the reconstruction of the
Pioneer Park retaining wall along North Second Street between Cherry and Laurel Streets. This
study addresses options for reconstructing the existing failing stone wall and fence in a manner that
is compatible with the planned park improvements and is appropriate for the historic site. . At staff
request, we have evaluated two options. The first utilizes cast-in-place concrete with a form liner
similar to the wall at Riverview Parking Lot. The second uses a quarry limestone. The engineer's
estimate of total project costs for the improvements is $189,900 for the concrete form liner wall and
$242,900 for the quarry stone wall. Both options include repair, painting, and reinstallation of the
iron fence.
We would be pleased to review this study with the Council at your convenience.
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Project Manager
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LAKE COUNTY, IN
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CHIPPEWA FALLS. WI
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Table of Contents
Certification Page
Letter of Transmittal
Table of Contents
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1.0 Conclusions and Recommendations .................................. 1
2.0 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1
3.0 Proposed Improvements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2
3.1 Option 1: Concrete Form-lined Wall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2
3.2 Option 2: Quarry Stone Wall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 3
4.0 Estimated Cost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 3
5.0 Project Timetable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 5
Appendix A
Drawings
Drawing Nos. 1 and 2 - Plan and Elevation
Drawing NO.3 - Concrete Wall Details
Drawing No.4 - Stone Wall Details
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Feasibility Study
Pioneer Park Retaining Wall
City of Stillwater, Minnesota
1.0 Conclusions and Recommendations
Conclusions
As a result of our investigation, we have concluded that:
1. Failure of the in-place stone wall has occurred beyond repair.
2. The ornate iron railing can be repaired, painted, and reinstalled
economically.
3. Wall cap and column stones could be salvaged and reused.
4. The wall is necessary to retain Second Street above Pioneer Park and
to provide separation between park functions and the street traffic.
5. The wall is consistent with the Pioneer Park Improvement Plans.
6. The proposed improvements are feasible.
Recommendations
Based upon these conclusions, we recommend:
1. That the wall be replaced before complete collapse occurs, resulting
in loss of the Second Street sidewalk.
2. That the wall be replaced with a concrete cast-in-place form-lined
wall as presented in this report. This is the lower cost option
considered.
3. The Council accept this study and authorize the development of plans
and specifications.
2.0 Introduction
This stone retaining wall along Pioneer Park's west side was likely
constructed in the 1880s as part of Isaac Staples home located on the
current park site. The tall stone columns at the entrances and ornate iron
fence are visually significant features of this wall. The park improvement
plan developed by the City with StefanJLarson Associates incorporates
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this wall as a significant entrance feature and a means of separating park
functions and the children's play area from the adjacent street.
The wall has moved and tipped significantly inward toward the park due
to soil pressure and water intrusion. The stone and mortar have fractured
and failed due to freeze-thaw action and the wall movement. The
entrance columns have tipped due to the wall movement and frost heave.
The column stone material and wall caps are in good condition. The
ornate iron fence along with the newer replacement fence at the north and
south ends of the wall are in fair condition and could be reused.
3.0 Proposed Improvements
3.1 Option 1: Concrete Form-lined Wall
Replacement of the wall with a cast-in-place concrete wall that
incorporates stone texture and colored surfaces is one option. This new
wall would incorporate similar entrance columns. The existing fence
would be repaired, painted, and reinstalled. The stone surface would be
created with form liners and colored to reproduce limestone similar to
what was done at the Riverview Parking Lot at Pine and Third Street, or
the wall directly across from Pioneer Park at the 516 N. Second Street
residence.
The configuration of the wall is shown in Drawing Nos. 1 and 2 with
sections of the wall in Drawing No.3. The park side ground elevation
would be lowered approximately 2 feet to minimize the steep slope north
of the Restroom Building and better accommodate the proposed park plan
play equipment area.
Bedrock becomes present near the footing depth at the south end of the
wall. As the grade rises to the north, the depth of the silty sand
overburden increases to the point where bedrock was not encountered in
IS-foot borings north of the Restroom Building. The foundation will
likely be on bedrock south of the current park entrance road and on silty
sand soils north of the entrance. No bedrock removal or foundation soil
improvement is anticipated. A clean granular backfill will be imported
and placed behind the wall. A perforated drain behind the wall will route
ground water to the street catch basin near Cherry Street. Good drainage
is essential to mininiize excessive loadings on the wall.
The concrete wall option will offer excellent service life with minimal
maintenance, but the form-lined rock surface texture will show white
concrete chips or cracks if impacted. These chips will be difficult to
repair and color in a manner that maintains the illusion of real stone.
Construction of the wall will be limited to the area behind the curb. The
sidewalk and boulevard, along with disturbed areas of the park, will need
to be replaced and restored. The curb and street, with care from the
Contractor, will remain in place.
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3.2 Option 2: Quarry Stone Wall
A wall constructed of mortared quarry limestone would be constructed
with earth reinforcement grid extending into the backfill to improve
stability and prevent future movement of the wall. Existing wall cap
stones and column stone would be salvaged and reused. Only about 20%
of the wall stone would be reusable. Most of this stone has extensive
fractures that haS resulted in deterioration of the wall face and will limit
the amount of large reusable stones that could be salvaged. Similar size
stone is available from local quarries such as Rivard near Holton,
Wisconsin. The column caps would be replaced with cast stone, similar
to the existing cap shape and the new cast stone caps across the street.
The fence would be repaired, painted, and reinstalled. Granular backfill,
drainage, and site restoration would be the same for the concrete wall.
This stone wall will require future maintenance to maintain its integrity.
Repair of the mortar known as "tuck pointing" will likely be needed in
30-year intervals, with localized mortar and stone repair on an as-needed
basis. After reconstruction, the wall would look nearly identical to the
existing wall, but in new condition, plumb and true, and ready ~o serve
another 100 years.
4.0 Estimated Cost
Costs have been estimated for this project for each option as follows:
Option 1: Concrete Form-lined Wall
Estimated
Item Unit Quantity Unit Price Amount
Mobilization L.S. 1 $7,000.00 $7,000.00
Clearing Tree 2 $150.00 $300.00
Grubbing Tree 2 $75.00 $150.00
Remove Concrete Sidewalk S.F. 1,100 $1.00 $1,100.00
Remove Bituminous Sidewalk S.F. 1,800 $0.35 $630.00
Salvage Railing L.F. 310 $2.50 $775.00
Salvage Column and Cap Stones L.S. 1 $2,500.00 $2,500.00
Remove Masonry Wall C.Y. 125 $20.00 $2,500.00
Structure Excavation L.S. 1 $4,500.00 $4,500.00
Select Granular Borrow C.Y. 625 $8.00 $5,000.00
4-inch Perforated Drain L.F. 250 $4.00 $1,000.00
Repair, Paint, and Reinstall Railing L.F. 310 $60.00 $18,600.00
Structural Concrete 1A43 C.Y. 53 $225.00 $11,925.00
Structural Concrete 3Y 43 C.Y. 70 $450.00 $31,500.00
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Estimated
Item Unit Quantity Unit Price Amount
Reinforcement Bars Lbs. 9,800 $0.65 $6,370.00
Stone Form Liner and Color S.F. 2,530 $15.00 $37,950.00
4-inch Concrete Walk S.F. 2,200 $3.25 $7,150.00
Topsoil Borrow C.Y. 30 $8.00 $240.00
Sodding Type Lawn S.Y. 750 $2.00 $1,500.00
Estimated Construction Cost $140,690.00
35% Contingencies, Engineering, and Administrative Costs $49,210.00
Total Estimated Cost $189,900.00
Option 2: Quarry Stone Wall
Estimated
Item Unit Quantity Unit Price Amount
Mobilization L.S. 1 $8,500.00 $8,500.00
Clearing Tree 2 $150.00 $300.00
Grubbing Tree 2 $75.00 $150.00
Remove Concrete Sidewalk S.F. 1,100 $1.00 $1,100.00
Remove Bituminous Sidewalk S.F. 1,800 $0.35 $630.00
Salvage Railing L.F. 310 $2.50 $775.00
Salvage Column and Cap Stones L.S. 1 $2,500.00 $2,500.00
Remove Masonry Wall C.Y. 125 $20.00 $2,500.00
Structure Excavation L.S. 1 $3,500.00 $3,500.00
Select Granular Borrow C.Y. 400 $8.00 $3,200.00
4-inch Perforated Drain L.F. 250 $4.00 $1,000.00
Repair, Paint, and Reinstall Railing L.F. 310 $60.00 $18,600.00
Limestone Block Ton 165 $150.00 $24,750.00
Erect Masonry Wall S.F. 1,640 $55.00 $90,200.00
Erect Masonry Columns Each 7 $1,500.00 $10,500.00
Cast Stone Column Caps Each 7 $150.00 $1,050.00
GEO Grid S.Y. 200 $8.00 $1,600.00
Aggregate Base C.Y. 15 $14.00 $210.00
4-inch Concrete Walk S.F. 2,200 $3.25 $7,150.00
Topsoil Borrow C.Y. 30 $8.00 $240.00
Sodding Type Lawn S.Y. 750 $2.00 $1,500.00
Estimated Construction Cost $179,955.00
35% Contingencies, Engineering, and Administrative Costs $62,945.00
Total Estimated Cost $242,900.00
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City of Stillwater, Minnesota
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Project Timetable
A proposed schedule was discussed with City staff and is presented as
follows:
May 6, 1997
June 3, 1997
July 1, 1997
July 14, 1997
September 15, 1997
Council accepts Feasibility Study and
authorizes plans and specifications for selected
option.
Council accepts plans and specifications and
authorizes advertisement for construction bids.
Council awards bid.
Construction starts.
Construction substantially complete.
Pioneer Park Retaining Wall
City of Stillwater, Minnesota
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THE 1988 ADDITlON OF THE MN/DOT STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR
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CONCRETE SHALL BE IN ACCORDANCE WTH MN/DOT 1M3 FOR FOOTING
AND 3Y43 FOR ALL OTHER CONCRETE.
REINFORCEMENT SHALL BE IN ACCORDANCE WTH MNjDOT 2472 GRADE
60, UNCOATED, REINFORCEMENT SHAll BE PLACED TO PROVIDE 2" MIN
CLEAR COVER UNLESS OTHERWISE SHOWN. REINFORCEMENT BENDS, HOOKS
AND LAPS SHALL MEET CRSI HANDBOOK DETAILS AND PLACED IN
ACCORDANCE WTH CRSI PLACEMENT OF REINFORCEMENT MANUAL
UNLESS OTHERWISE SHOWN,
JOINT SEALER SHALL BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL SPECIFICATION
TT-S-230 TYPE 2. SINGLE COMPONENT, COLOR LIGHT TAN,
NO SEALER Will BE REQUIRED ON FRONT FACE OF STONE
RUSTlCA TlON WALLS.
WALL STEMS SHALL HAVE OBTAINED A MINIMUM OF 65:11: OF THE
ANTICIPATED 28 DAY STRENGTH BEFORE PLACEMENT OF BACKFILL.
CONSTRUCTION NOTES:
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To:
Mayor and City Council
From:
Sue Fitzgerald, Planner
Date:
May 2, 1997
Re:
Outdoor Restruant Seating
Attached are three requests for outdoor seating approval. The requests are from:
Kristin Klemetstrud, Savories
Marlene Dendinger, Marlene's Deli
Sandy Meister, The Stillwater Grill
JEFFREY & KRISTIN
KLEMETSRUD
108 NORTII MAIN STREET
STILLWATER, MN 55082
(612) 430-0702
April 2. 1997
Mayor Jay Kimble
Stillwater City Council
City Hall
216 North 4th Street
Mayor Kimble and Members of the City Council:
I am writing to you for your consideration in hopes that you will allow
Savories to continue to provide outdoor seating during the short season
of weather permitting. We provide 5 marble-topped tables with 2 chairs
apiece for outdoor seating during the spring and summer. It is our
hopes that you will concede to this as it truly does add a bit of
homespun flavor to this end of town. Savories has we believe. worked
hard to help promote a sophisticated ambience in Stillwater throughout
the developement of our business. We have no river frontage and no
deck for summer sun-lovers. so this is our only means to allow
customers to take advantage of our short -lived summers. It is one of
the things that our customers truly enjoy. In fact in poll after poll of
folks everywhere in this neck of the woods, places to eat "al fresco" are
constantly mentioned as one of the things we just don't have enough of .
As a resident of Stillwater. and a concerned business person I am well
aware of the need to keep our city well groomed and user-
friendly...however I am certain that there will be more folks than not.
who are disapointed and feel that the over regulation of things can go so
far as to take away aIr our fun. We have always maintained our own
garbage and frontage sidewalk- -as well as kept the tables in towards our
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building directly under the awning and not exceeding the amount of
space used by the city garbage cans. No one to my knowledge has ever
complained to the city regarding the tables and chairs being a problem
of either esthetics or traffic management. I urge you to consider this
request from a customer's point of view and respond to the unequivically
positive response we get when people are provided a means to take
advantage of our lovely weather--so short is the time that we can enjoy
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I believe that removing all of the "atmosphere" in the name of
uniformity and organization can be an error that strips our city of all
that truly makes it a charming place for all of us, residents and visitors
alike. Thank you for your consideration in this matter--and may it be
sunny and warm the next time you all visit us at Savories--I hope we'll
have a spot in the sun where you can enjoy your lunch.
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Kate and Lizzie Benarczyk of Anoka enjoy the balmy spring weather by eating lunch outside of
Marlane's Deli in downtown Stillwater Thursday afternoon. For the first time this year,
temperatures climbed about 60. The Metropolitan Wastewater Control Commission Plant in
Stillwator, the rr;ercury rose to 66 degrees. (Evening Gazette photo bV Chris Baldus)
April 19, 1997
To The Mayor and Councilmembers,
I am writing to you with a request for my business The stillwater
Grill. I am asking that you would allow me to put tables and
chairs outside my place of business. I would place them very close
to the building as to not interfere with sidewalk traffic. The
people visiting Stillwater have indicated a desire for such an
atmosphere the outside tables create. Also I would like to mention
I am very disappointed you are no longer allowing sandwich boards.
Again the tourists and local people seem to like seeing these signs
as it gives Stillwater a warm, friendly feeling. Our goal for all
in the city is to make stillwater as attractive and welcoming as
possible. Please reconsider your decision and help all the local
merchants become more visible and successful.
I will be anxiously awaiting your response.
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Dear Morille Weldon.
Follov,"in2: is the information re2:ardin2: the County C'fcle's Classic Criterium on June 0 L
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regarding this bicycle race \Ve are asking that you present this at the next City C ouncii
Meeting. Please call me if vou have any questions or require any additional inforill3.tion
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Count)' Cycle's Classic Criterium
Sunday, June 01, 1997
F acts and Information
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Registration at Firstar Bank Plaza starting at 11: 00 fuvl
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U.S.CF. Masters 35+ Race 11:50 PM
U.S.CF CAT 4 & 5 Race 1:50 PM
U.S.CF. CAT 1,2, & 3 Race 2:50 PNI
Approximate Crowd Numbers: 1,000 to 1,500
20 to 30 Volunteers Working Race and U.S.CF. Officials
Restrooms Provided
Insurance Coverage by U.S.CF Paid in Entry Fees
Colored Flags and Banners at Intersections. Hay Bales and Saw Horses used to Block
Intersections and Cover Pad Critical Areas
Streets Closed from 11:30 A1\tl to 4:30 PM
(Race should end by 4:00 P~'1; would like to ensure time for clean-up)
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Streets Cleaned Thursday or Friday
Police: 3 Officers (we will pay) to be at Main Intersections.
Possible Food Permit for Local Merchants
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15 Laps
$345 / Eight Places
· All riders must wear a ANSI
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1:50PM Start
10 Laps
$250/ Eight Places
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$145/ Eight Places
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Corne see the most exciting bike race
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beautiful Stillwater. Or, try your
racing prowess on the exciting course.
This is a fun race to watch.
Tell your friends and family.
· For additional information
regarding the criterium please
call County Cycles at 482-9609
PRIZES AWARDED ARE PART CASH,
PART COUNTY CYCLES
GIFT CERTIFICATES.
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COUNTY CYCLES
Trikes To Pro Bikes
2700 Lexington Ave. N.
Roseville, MN 55113 · (612) 482-9609
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Sunday June 1, 1997
Racing Starts at 12:00 Noon
Entry Fee: $17 / rider
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COMPASS
Consultants For Institutional Advancement
Date:
April 30, 1997
To:
Council members
City / county professionals
Community volunteers
From:
Robert Ballintine, lead consultant
Re:
April Activity Report
The current preparation phase of the Sports Complex Campaign is going well, Meetings and
sessions held during April were productive and supportive of the project. The community sees
this time as a period of consolidation to position for completion of the project. While too early to
draw conclusions, COMP ASS representatives have been impressed by several recent
developments,
Nature/ decorum of meetings
It is fairly common in projects of this political and economIC importance to generate strong
opposition and divisiveness in a community, We have been favorably impressed with the
optimism and constructive attitudes experienced in all sessions so far. While the interviewees
have not been of one mind on several of the issues, a sincere willingness to work towards a
positive solution is present. This willingness to work is an important aspect of the project.
Municipal interviews
Our schedule of interviews with individuals in adjacent municipalities continues, Our effort in this
area continues to be evaluation of their current support and willingness to financially contribute to
the project. Any suggestions for modifications or changes to the project that, in their opinion,
will improve upon the project will be noted,
City Council/Staff interviews
We have completed the majority of these interviews with one or two outstanding exceptions due
to scheduling changes and conflicts. As a result of these sessions, COMPASS has a much better
understanding of the project and insight to determine how the project will succeed,
Civic/community interviews
COMP ASS has conducted several important additional interviews with local executives and
representatives of local corporations and major organizations that influence quality of life in the
St. Croix Valley, Our goal has been to assess their support for the project and to detf"rmine if
they can help complete the campaign, We have been very pleased with the receptivity and
positive ideas from these meetings regarding completion of the project.
4620 West 56th Street . Minneapolis, Minnesota 55424 · Phone/Fax (612) 929-6309
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April 30,1997
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Additional campaign solicitations
Prospective new fund-raising negotiations with major donors continue, Assistance from members
of the fund-raising committee and other community volunteers is being pursued,
Alternative lead gift potential
CONfP ASS has been directed towards evaluating and assessing new potentially large lead gifts to
the campaign, These negotiations will continue,
Field testing of potential funding strategies
CONfP ASS continue to test several different fund-raising approaches at this time, We continue to
field test several ideas to choose the best approach for the citizens of the St. Croix Valley
communities,
Several important goals are scheduled for completion in May.
. Our extensive interview and market testing will be completed, Information gathered from this
process will enable us to provide accurate advice regarding completion of the project. We
hope to have conclusive recommendations for how the project can proceed for council review
at that time,
. Qualifying and testing of prospective additional lead gifts will also be presented at this time,
Our goal is to assess if additional large gifts may be possible for completion of the project.
. CONfP ASS will also complete an exhaustive round of interviews with civic and governmental
entities that can help complete the project. We will provide strategies at that time for how
this important aspect of the project can be developed to aid in completion.
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We will also be providing a plan for the public fund-raising phase of the project. Our goal is
to establish a broad base of community support for the Sports Complex.
We have appreciated the willingness and progressive attitude of all participants to date. Please
call with any questions or ideas that you may have,
For CONfP ASS,
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Consultants For Institutional Advancement
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Consultants For Institutional Advancement
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April 30, 1997
Mr, Nile Kriesel
City Coordinator
Stillwater City Hall
216 North 4th Street
Stillwater, MN 55082
Dear Nile:
I have attached the COMPASS invoice for April. This invoice is dated April 15 as required by the
contract and payment is due within 30 days of that date, This invoice was held by COi\1PASS as
a courtesy to Stillwater until clarification of the contractual schedule of payments could be
completed, These arrangements have been worked out and we can now pass this on to you,
Our May invoice is required to be submitted to you by May 15 with 30-day payment terms, We
are now on an even schedule of payments and trust that this has not caused you any
inconvenience. Thank you for your kind attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
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Robert Ballintine
Principal & Managing Associate
4620 West 56th Street . Minneapolis, Minnesota 55424 · Phone/Fax (612) 929-6309
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4620 WEST 56TH STREET Consultants For Institutional Advancement
MINNEAPOLIS MN 55424
.ne / Fax: (612) 929-6309
'-d To: CITY OF STILLWATER
CITY HALL OFFICES
216 NORTH 4TH STREET
STILLWATER, MN 55082
III INVOICE III
Invoice Number: 6402
Invoice Date: 4/15/97
A TTN: Nile Kreisel
4/3-5/3/97 INTERVIEW RECORDS-- REVIEW- SUMMARIZE 5.25
CORPORATE INTERVIEWS - PRESENTATIONS 5.75
COMPASS STAFF SUPPORT 3.25
BOARD OF ED. - INDIVIDUAL MEETINGS 5.5
CONTINUED REGIONAL INTERVIEWS 22.25
ASSOCIATION INTERVIEWS 13.25
STAFF-COMNllTTEE UPDATING, REPORTING 8.75
ONGOING LEAD GIFT COMMUNICATIONS 4.5
NEW LEAD GIFT NEGOTIATIONS 6.5
PROJECT RELATED PHONE CALLS 2.75
MAILINGS TO REPS OF LOCAL COMMUNITIES 3.25
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$10,000
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MEMORANDUM
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TO: Mayor and Council
F .R.: City Coordinator
RE: Request from Riverton Commons
regarding charges for waste removal
DA: May 2, 1997
Accompanying this memo is a letter from Becky Allen, Manager of Rivertown commons
requesting that the Council classify the Commons as a business. The present contract between
United Waste, Inc includes mandatory waste collection for all residential units, including
Rivertown Commons, Ann Bodlovick Apartments, Victoria Villa, Birchwood and other multi-
family housing complexes. The City would have to negotiate a change in the contract in order to
either remove multi-family units from the collection system or to change the rates for multi-
family units. Further, I believe that United Waste is billing the multi-family units in the same
manner as was done by the previous contractor, Junker Sanitation. I could meet with the
contractor to discuss this situation. However, I am sure the contractor would be concerned about
the loss of revenue they would incur with either proposition.
. I have attached a copy of the contract for your information and consideration.
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AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT, made this 6th day of J~ly , 199~,
by and between Junker Sanitation, Inc., "Contractor," and the city
of Stillwater, a municipal corporation, of the County of
Washington, State of Mi!1nesota, "city;1I
WITNESSETH:
RESIDENTIAL REMOVAL
~ontractor shall provide for the removal of garbage an~
\ r~bbish from all residential dwellings in the city.
\ single family residences shall constitute one unit and
each unit of multiple dwellings will constitute one unit.
2. DEFINITIONS
"Adjusted accounts" shall mean units where not more than
two people reside within a household and that the head of
the household is 62 years of age or older or is retired
by reason of permanent disability regardless of age.
"Normal household waste" is 'defined as food waste, paper,
plastics, metal beverage and food cans, glass, household
hazardous waste, packaging material for household items,
construction debris and other inixed municipal waste
typically generated by the normal household except that
which is defined as "extra household waste" and which
must be placed in the contractor provided 30, 60 or 90
gallon containers or special city bags.
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"Extra household waste" is defined as bagged yard wasty
tree branches and bundled brush not exceeding four feet
in length or, forty pounds per bundle, other extra waste,
such as appliances, furniture, doors and windows, and
which is not required to be placed in special city bags.
"Excess household wastell is that normal household waste
that exceeds the capacity of resident's container, and
that is subject to a special fee for pick up.
"Curb" or "Curbside" shall mean that area of the private
property immediately adjacent to the side of the roadway
that is maintained as a roadway.
The items listed in each definition shall be considered
examples of the type of solid waste within each category.
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All other terms or phrases used in this contract shall
have the meaning given to the terms in the Solid Waste
Management Plan as approved by city council-Resolution
No. 91-239, dated December 4, 1991.
BILLING
The Contractor will receive compensation monthly directly
from the city, based on city records relative to
occupancy of residential dwellings. The city shall be
responsible for billing and collecting charges from all
units which shall include apartment dwellings, including
apartment dwellings in the central business district,
condominium and townhome buildings, Bed and Breakfast
operations and businesses operating out of a residence.
4. DISPOSITION OF SOLID WASTE
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The Contractor shall dispose of the solid waste as it
deems advisable, but in compliance with city, County,
State and Federal laws and rules. The Contractor shall,
upon the request of the city, advise the city in writing
of the place and method of disposal and of any changes in
the place or method.
WEEKLY PICKUP AND DAILY SERVICE HOURS
The Contractor shall make a curbside pick-up at all
residential units in the city at least once a week during
the term of this agreement. All solid waste from each
dwelling, including yard waste and other material shall
be collected on the same day.
Daily service hours shall not begin prior to 6:00 a.m.
nor continue past 10:00 p.m.
After the Contractor has picked up the solid waste from
a residence, the contractor shall return all containers
to a point at least 12 feet from the curb.
6. PHYSICALLY IMPAIRED DUE TO AGE OR DISABILITY
The Contractor shall not require that aged or physically
impaired residents make their solid waste available at
curbside and shall make arrangements wi th each such
resident to accommodate collection and return of their
containers.
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QUANTITY LIMITS
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The pick up of both normal or extra household waste shall
be unlimited in quantity. However, the fee for
collection of normal household waste shall be as provided
for in section 9--Volume Based System of the contract.
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There shall be no charge for the collection of extra
household waste.
8. EXCLUSIONS
The Contractor shall not be obligated to collect: rocks,
sod, cement, dirt, stumps or logs in excess of five
inches in diameter.
9. VOLUME BASED SYSTEM
liThe Contractor shall furnish and deliver containers for
\ ~ normal household waste in 30, 60 and 90 gallon sizes to
\J ~ residents. Residents shall be allowed to choose the
Jr ~number and size of the container for their residence and
,'?' will be billed according to the fee schedule listed
~ herein. If the Contractor chooses to supply containers
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, Multi-family residences of three or more units, bed and
breakfasts and businesses operated out of a residence
shall be entitled to choose the container size of their
choice at the normal rate, or in lieu of containers, a
dumpster of similar capacity. If a dumpster is provided
in lieu of a container, the rate charged f ster
shall be at the 90-gallon rate per unit' except that for
1. . . . more units which
are rented exclusively to persons whose head of household
is 62 years of aqe or older, the rate shall be $9.00 per
unit.
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In the event a residence desires collection of waste in
excess of the container size it has selected, it shall
purchase stickers or bags from the city that shall
entitle the residence to an additional 30 gallon bag of
normal household waste. If a sticker is used, the
sticker shall be affixed to the bag and the Contractor
shall not 'be obligated to pick up the excess normal
household waste without having a sticker attached or
unless it is an off icial city bag. However, the
Contractor is required to pick up unlimited quanti ties of
extra household waste at no additional charge.
The Contractor shall not be obligated to change container
size at intervals of less than two (2) billing quarters
and upon less than thirty (30) days notice.
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The rate for collection per month shall be as follows:
For each 30 Gallon container
For each 60 Gallon container
For each 90 Gallon container
Adjusted Accounts
$13.75
$17.75
$19.75
$12.00 (30 gallon
container)
Monthly the city shall remit the sum of $1.25 to each bag
or sticker sold.
Residents who will be continuously absent from the city
for more than 90 days shall be entitled to a reduced rate
to $5.00 per month during the period of their absence.
10. CLEAN UP DAYS
The Contractor shall provide a competitive bid for the
provision of labor and collection equipment to conduct
"Clean Up Days" for the collection of extra household
waste if requested to do so by the city.
The contractor shall also provide the labor and equipment
to conduct a "Clean Up Day" for rocks, dirt, cement and
sod only, on one Saturday each Fall and one Saturday each
spring, without charge to the city or to residents of the
city.
11. DATA RETENTION
The Contractor shall compile and retain solid waste data
and report this data to the city on a form furnished by
the city at least once every 6 months. In addition, the
Contractor shall furnish the city copies of solid waste
reports that are submitted to Washington county. Failure
of the Contractor to furnish this data within 20 days of
it being due shall entitle the city to withhold any
payments due the Contractor until the data is received.
12. COOPERATION
The Contractor agrees to meet and cooperate with the city
council and the Solid Waste Advisory commission when
requested by the City and to study and evaluate the waste
collection system in order that the goals of the Solid
Waste Management Plan of the city be realized, and if
necessary, based upon regulatory changes and
technological advances, be modified. Further, the
Contractor agrees to cooperate in the development and
distribution of educational material to help improve
solid waste generation and disposal attitudes and habits.
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The Contractor shall establish and maintain an office for
accepting complaints and resident calls. The office
shall be in service during the hours of 8:00 a.m. and
4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except holidays and as
specified in the contract. Address and telephone number
of the office and any changes shall be given to the City
in writing.
Whenever the City or a resident notifies the Contractor
of a location that has not received scheduled service,
the Contractor is required to serve the location no later
than the following working day from the time of
complaint. A record of all complaints and action taken
thereon shall be kept by the Contractor and reported
monthly to the city. All complaints shall be answered by
the Contractor courteously and promptly.
14. DISPUTE RESOLUTION
The Contractor shall in good faith attempt to settle any
dispute arising with residents. In the event the parties
cannot resolve a dispute, the matter shall be submitted
to a dispute resolution committee, hereinafter called
"DRC." The purpose of the DRC shall be to resolve any
dispute between the Contractor and a resident, as
expeditiously as possible.
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The DRC shall consist of three members, the City and
Contractor shall each appoint one member, these two
members after consultation with the party who appointed
them, shall together select the third member. All
procedures for the DRC shall be informal. Failure of the
Contractor to remedy the causes for complaint within 10
days of written notice from the DRC of their findings
shall be considered a breach of this contract.
The Contractor may appeal the findings of the DRC to the
city Council in writing within 10 days after notice. A
decision of the city Council is final.
15. CITY SOLID WASTE
In addition to residential service, the Contractor shall
pick up without additional charge, such trash as is the
responsibility of the city, or which is accumulated by
the City, or for the City, such as street cans and park
barrels, provided that, if the city does not provide its
own containers or dumpsters for this purpose, the
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Contractor shall not be obligated to provide either
containers or dumpsters without payment of a rental fee.
EQUIPMENT
The Contractor shall provide adequate equipment for the
collection of garbage and rubbish and the equipment shall
be of a design and construction specifically manufactured
for garbage and rubbish hauling. Upon request from the
City, Contractor shall provide a written description of
the vehicles and equipment to be used within the city,
and the Contractor shall make such vehicles and equipment
available for inspection from time to time as the City
may require.
17. OTHER LAWS
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The Contractor shall comply with all city, County, State
and Federal laws and rules, relating to solid waste
collection and disposal.
SCHEDULES
The Contractor shall furnish the City a written schedule
of the area in which pick~ups will be made each day of
the week and the Contractor shall adhere to this schedule
unless permitted otherwise by this contract. However,
the Contractor shall be excused from this schedule
because severe weather makes it impossible. This shall
not, however, relieve the Contractor from the pick up,
which shall be made as soon as weather permits.
CHANGE IN COLLECTION SCHEDULE
The Contractor may request a change in the schedule by
requesting the change in writing to the city at least
fifteen (15) days from the proposed date of the requested
change. A change shall be effected only upon
authorization from the city and upon publication at least
once in a newspaper of general circulation in the city
during the week before the change.
The Contractor shall not be required to make regular
collections on New Years Day, Memorial Day, Independence
Day, Labor Day, Thanksgi ving Day or Christmas Day;
provided, that the routes are collected reasonably in
advance thereof or thereafter in the opinion of the city
Coordinator. It shall be the Contractor's responsibility
to notify residents of any changes in the collection
schedule as a result of the holidays.
The Contractor may also request a change in the route
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schedules by requesting the change in writing to the City
at least thirty (30) days from the proposed date of the
requested change. A route change shall be made only upon
authorization by the city.
20. EMPLOYEES
The Contractor agrees to pay all necessary Federal Social
Security taxes and all State and Federal taxes required
by law, and at its own expense will cover all employees
with Workers' Compensation Insurance as provided by law.
Contractor further agrees to comply with all laws of the
State of Minnesota and the united States regarding the
employment of persons.
21. INSURANCE
Contractor shall also carry Automobile Liability
Insurance, Public Liability Insurance and Property Damage
Insurance, all with Combined Single Limits of $1,000,000
and shall deliver a certificate of Insurance regarding
the required policies to the city that names the City as
an Additional Insured "as their interests may appear."
22. INDEMNIFICATION
The Contractor agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the
City, its agents, officers and employees from"any and all
claims, causes of action, liabilities, lossesi damages,
costs, expenses including reasonable attorney's fees,
suits, demands and judgments of any nature, because of
bodily injury to, or death of any erson or---ersons,
ecause 0 e or or others an aris1n under
his con ract L including loss of use from any cause
whatsoever, which may be asserted against the City on any
such matters, and to pay and satisfy any judgment entered
thereon together with all costs and expenses incurred in
connection therewith. The city shall in no way be liable
for any claims or charges incurred by the Contractor in
the performance of this contract.
23. BOND
Contractor shall furnish a performance bond as required
by law in the amount of $2,500.00 which will be delivered
to the city to secure the faithful performance of this
contract. However, in the event the Contractor proposes
to assign or transfer this contract, the City reserves
the right to increase this amount as a condition of
approval of any assignment or transfer.
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The contract price shall be subject to negotiations upon
each one year interval during the regular term and any
extension or renewal term, subject to the condition that
in the event the Contractor and the City are unable to
arrive at a satisfactory agreement relative to an
increase or decrease in the amount of the contract, the
Contractor may be relieved of his responsibilities under
this contract, upon one hundred eighty (180) days written
notice to the City of his intention to terminate the
same.
It is agreed that the contract price, even though subject
to negotiation, shall be fair and reasonable and designed
to meet the necessary costs of service, including a fair
rate of return on the costs of property devoted to the
service.
TERMINATION BY CITY
The city may at any time, terminate the contract for a
breach of the terms by the Contractor or for
unsatisfactory performance. All terms and conditions of
the contract are considered material, and failure to
perform any of the terms or conditions shall be
considered a breach. Should the Contractor fail to
perform any term or condition, the city shall have the
right to terminate the contract after 30 days written
notice to the Contractor of the violation and the failure
of the, Contractor to remedy the violation within that
time. The city shall not be limited to an action for
damages for breach. Failure to exercise the option to
terminate the contract for a breach shall not be deemed
a waiver of the right to terminate for future violations
or for future unsatisfactory performance.
24-HOUR NOTICE
If the Contractor shall fail to make a garbage pick-Up at
any residence, it shall do so within twenty-four (24)
hours after notification from the city of the address
where the piCk-Up was not made. The Contractor shall
also respond promptly upon request by the City to clean
up any spills or loose solid waste that results from its
operation.
REASONABLE REGULATIONS
The city reserves the right to make additional reasonable
regulations regarding the performance of the Contractor
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28. CURBSIDE RULES AND REGULATIONS
The City agrees to enact and to continue in effect
reasonable regulations obligating its citizens to make
the solid waste reasonably accessible to the Contractor
on the day of collection.
In addition, the city agrees to amend the Solid Waste
Ordinance of the city to require at least the following
regulations, rules and consumer requirements:
a) That residential solid waste service is mandatory and
collectable only by the authorized Contractor;
b) That the consumer shall be responsible for the damage
or loss of a container caused by their negligence and
shall be liable to the Contractor for this damage, except
that reasonable wear is expected;
c) That no mixing of household waste, yard waste,
hazardous waste or other solid' waste is permitted;
d) That no container be unr~asonably compacted by
stuffing or otherwise;
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e) That a 30 gallon bag of waste not exceed~30 pounds,
and a bag of yard waste not exceed 40 pounds;
f) That all bags be closed at the top and the lid fit
securely shut on each container.
g) After collection by the contractor, containers shall
be returned by the Contractor to a point at least 12 feet
from curbside.
29. TRANSFER OR SALE OF CONTRACT
The Contractor will not make any total or partial sale,
assignment, conveyance, lease, or transfer of this
Agreement or any part thereof or any interest therein,
without the prior written approval of the City, which
approval will not be unreasonably withheld.
The City shall be entitled to require, as conditions of
any such approval that:
Any proposed transferee shall have the qualifications and
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financial responsibility, as determined by the City,
necessary and adequate to fulfill the obligations
undertaken in this Agreement by Contractor ; 'and
The transfer does not create an antitrust problem in the
local refuse hauling industry that in contrary to the
interest of the residents of stillwater; and
Any proposed transferee, by instrument in writing
satisfactory to the city for itself and their successors
and assigns, has expressly assumed all of the obligations
ot' the Contractor under this agreement and agreed to be
subject to all the conditions and restrictions to which
the Contractor is subject. It is the intent of this
section, together with other provisions of this
agreement, that to the fullest extent permitted by law
and equity no transfer of, or change with respect to,
ownership or any part thereof, or any interest therein,
however, consummated or occurring, whether voluntary or
involuntary, shall operate, legally or practically, to
deprive or limit the City of any rights or remedies
provided for in this agreement.
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There shall be submitted to the city for review all
instruments and other legal documents involved in
affecting the transfer, and if approved by the City, its
approval shall be indicated to the COl1tractor in writing.
The proposed transferee shall submit to the city for
review all bonds, insurance policies and any and all
other documents required by this agreement, and if
approved by the city, its approval shall be indicated to
the proposed transferee in writing.
GUARANTY OF NONDISCRIMINATION
The Contractor agrees that during the life of the
contract, the Contractor will not, within the State of
Minnesota, discriminate against any employee or applicant
for employment because of race, color, creed, national
origin or ancestry or sex and will include a similar
provision in all subcontracts entered into for the
performance thereof. The contract may be cancelled or
terminated by the city and all money due or to become due
may be forfeited for a second or subsequent violation of
the terms or conditions of this paragraph. This
paragraph is inserted in the contract to comply with the
provisions of Minnesota Statutes Subsection 181.59.
EXPIRATION
This agreement shall be in full force and effect from and
after July 1, 1993 until December 31, 1999.
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RENEWAL TERMS
The parties agree to begin a period of renegotiation of
the contract not less than one year before the end of the
contract term or renewal term. Notwithstanding, the
foregoing, the Contractor may apply for two 3-year
extensions by making application to do so not later than
twelve (12) months prior to the expiration of this
contract .or its renewal term on forms provided by the
city. The city shall conduct an evaluation of the
Contractor and the solid waste system and the proposal.
This evaluation shall be completed by the City within six
(6) months after receipt of . the application and
determination by City of its '&i:less:c.... :rf""~.the
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evaluatic;m reveals that the ';~q,,~,;;.:ll.~f." ::::.s ' own
substantlal performance of the ~ ~~wal
term, the Contractor shall be e. ., {.~ear
renewal terms beyond the contract term.
Nothing in this contract shall be construed to require an
extension of this contract. Upon expiration of the
contract and renewal terms, the city shall have the
right, at its election, to extend the contract; invite
additional contract applications or proposals or
terminate the contract without further action.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, We have hereunto set our hands the day and
year first above written.
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CITY OF STILLWATER:
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The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this ,;{9
day of M- /Jq ,199 ~, by S'tLl4LttJ L~ .JtL1i.hr .=d
, on behalf of Junker Sanitation, Inc.
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The foregoing. instrument was ac P9wleds;ed b~~ore !'le this tj~i-'-
day of ~{l~ _ , ,1993, by ALJ-L UQ r;{../,~.1.-.eU"1 ,Mayor,
and I/~L.' _;1', r~_-&C)~./U.;;::;;:'~ Clerk, on behalf of e city of
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Stillwater City Council
City Hall
216 North 4th Street
Stillwater, MN 55082
Re: Inequitable Garbage Collection Cost
Dear Mayor Jay Kimble, Councilman Thole, Councilman Zoller, Councilman
Cummings and Councilman Bealka,
Rivertown Commons Apartments requests your assistance in correcting an unfair
inequity. The cost of our garbage collection is $991.20 per month. We have 2 - 2 yard
containers and 90 gallons of recyclables per week. Two other companies have given
us bids for this service at a 75% savings. Their bids are attached.
It appears the city contracts and controls residential garbage collection. Rivertown
Commons is classified as residential even though it owns and supplies the compactor
and dumpsters, doesn't have 96 individual pick-up sites, pays for service out of
corporation funds, does not individually bill residents for their specific usage, is
subsidized by tax dollars and has elderly and handicapped residents. Inaccurately
classifying Rivertown Commons as residential, prohibits this commercial business
from purchasing collection from the most reasonable and cost effective source.
Rivertown Commons does have residents living here, but the complex is operated as a
business, just as a nursing home has residents and is classified as a business.
Washington County list both businesses under the same property tax classification.
Rivertown Commons was involved in the Junker class action lawsuit and because it
was a business, was forced to pay a considerable sum. None of the residents were
individually sued.
Rivertown Commons would like to be classified by the City of Stillwater as a business.
Reclassification or variance for volume would seem to be a reasonable solution to a
very inequitable problem.
Thank you for your time and attention in this matter.
Sincerely,
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Becky AllehJ
Property Manager
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Rivertown Commons
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Stillwater, MN 55082-5041
Dear Becky:
Thank you for reviewing waste handling plans at Rivertown Commons with me. We appreciate
the opportunity to offer this proposal to work with you in achieving your objectives. In addition
to the variety of quality products and waste services Waste Management offers you, we also
provide some excellent benefits that will bring additional value to your overall service.
Customer Service Centers. Waste Management has a fully staffed
Customer Service Center. Your call will be answered by a knowledgeable
and helpful customer service representative who can answer your
questions without transferring you from department to department.
One-Stop Shopping. Professional service, expertise, and low cost: you
can experience it all in one stop. Waste Management is the single source
for all your waste removal needs. From solid waste to chemical and
hazardous waste, we provide you with the best overall service. For your
convenience, you can coordinate all your waste needs, including recycling,
through one company to make your billing and scheduling issues easier
than ever before.
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We are eager to work with you in building a solution to your waste needs. I wili call YOll soon to
discuss details of the service we are recommending and the steps necessary to begin working
with you. In the meantime, please call me at 783-5474 if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
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Pennie Thompson
Inside Sales Representative
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Our specific recommendation for you has been designed to address your needs and deliver the
benefits you want. The details of your recommendation are outlined below. We have broken
down your cost so you know exactly what you are paying for. rfyou have any questions about
this pricing information, please feel free to contact me.
WASTE TYPE
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FREQUENCY
one time a week
QUANTITY
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PRICE/MONTH
$116.00
COMMINGLE
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$42.00
TAXES & FEES:
1. MN Sales Tax:
2. MN Enviro Fee:
6.5% * $116.00 = $ 7.54
$1.80/yard = $ 31.17
MONTHLY TOTAL:
$196.71
Becky,
You will notice a price difference in the garbage. Your first proposal was calculated on
uncompacted garbage, r apologize for the error. The above rate is based on your compacted
garbage weighing 200 pounds per yard. The Minnesota Environment Assessment fee is $1.80
per yard for compacted garbage.
Please call me with any questions or concerns.
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4325 East 66th Street. Inver Grove Heights. Minneso (J
Phone 612-455-8634 . Fax 612-455-0257
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BFI is an industry leader in solid waste disposal, with the experience, technical expertise
and resources to operate efficiently and cost-effectively. By operating a growing fleet of state-
of-the-art collection vehicles, SFI provides dependable and continuous service our customers
have come to expect.
BFI has a commitment to preserving the quality of life and the scenic environment in
Minnesota. Our goal is to help ensure that the Twin Cities remains one of the cleanest areas in
the country.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for allowing us to present our ideas for
refuse removal to you. The BFI approach is identifying customer needs and providing cost
effective alternatives to meet those needs. Our prices will be honored for 30 days from the
date of quote.
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145 University Avenue West, St. Paul, MN 55103-2044
phone: (612) 281-1200 · (800) 925-1122
Fax: (612) 281-1299 · TDD (612) 281-1290
April 29, 1997
To: LMCIT cities and agents
From: LMCIT
Re: Flood-related information
What kinds of flood-related damage does LMCIT cover?
The following is a very brief summary outline of what LMCIT does and does not cover. Please
keep in mind that this is only a summary, and is intended only to provide a general idea of how
the coverage works.
City buildings and contents
The LMCIT property coverage does not cover damages to city buildings and contents caused by
flooding. The only exceptions are that there may be coverage for some damages to city buildings
and contents caused by sewer back-ups, if the building was not actually flooded by surface water;
and some items in buildings may have been scheduled for coverage under "inland marine" forms,
which do provide coverage for flood damage.
City vehicles and mobile equipment
Damage caused by flood to city vehicles or mobile equipment (e.g., graders, backhoes, etc.) is
covered. Of course, the vehicle or equipment must have been scheduled for coverage.
Computers and EDP equipment
LMCIT's EDP coverage form does not exclude flood damage. If you've scheduled coverage for
computers and other EDP equipment, flood damage to that equipment will be covered.
Other inland marine coverages
There are a number of other types of property that may have been scheduled for coverage under
"inland marine" forms, which do provide coverage for flood damage. These include signs,
valuable papers, and fine arts.
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Boiler and machinery coverage
The LMCIT boiler and machinery coverage excludes damage directly caused by flood.
However, if an "accident" - that is, a sudden and accidental breakdown of the machinery - occurs
as a result of the flood, that accident is covered. (Note: The LMCIT boiler and machinery
coverage is an optional coverage; not all cities carry this coverage.)
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Injuries to volunteers
City volunteers doing emergency flood-related work are defined by statute to be "employees" for
purposes of workers compensation, if they are registered with the city and are working under the
direction and control of the city. Therefor a registered volunteer injured while performing
services for the city would be entitled to workers compensation benefits. .
Loaned equipment and/or employees - coverage issues
Many cities that aren't affected by the flooding have offered to make equipment and/or
employees available to affected cities to help with clean-up efforts. The League will try to serve
as a clearinghouse to match up cities that need help with cities that can provide help. Please
contact Nancy Tindall, Ann Higgins, Tim Busse, or Theresia Perry at the League office if your
city needs help or has help to offer.
We've taken a couple of actions to try to make LMCIT members' auto, liability, and physical
damage coverages work as smoothly, reasonably, and automatically as possible in situations
where cities are loaning equipment and/or personnel to other cities. Here's a brief sketch of how
coverage will work:
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Ifthe city is sending vehicles or equipment and city employees to operate those vehicles or
equipment, to assist other cities injlood recovery efforts:
No action is needed, and it is not necessary to notify LMCIT If you're using this approach.
Damage to the equipment will be covered by the assisting city's inland marine or auto physical
damage coverage, just as if the equipment were being used for any other .city purpose. The
assisting city's LMCIT auto liability or general liability coverage will respond to any claims
against the assisting city or its employees that may arise from using the city's vehicles or
equipment on flood relief work for other cities. Injuries to the assisting city's employees while
assigned by the city to work in the flood areas will be covered under the assisting city's LMCIT
workers compensation coverage.
If the city is lending vellicles or equipment, with the equipment to be operated by the receiving
city's employees or volunteers
To make things as simple as possible and eliminate the potential for future conflicts among
cities, LMCIT will handle coverage for loaned vehicles and equipment as follows:
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Physical damage to the vehicle or equipment. LMCIT will automatically endorse all LMCIT
member cities' inland marine and auto physical damage coverages to cover any vehicles or
equipment borrowed from another city for flood-related work. This means that if one city
lends equipment or vehicles to another city for flood-related work, physical damage -to that
equipment or vehicle will automatically be covered under the borrowing city's coverage.
. Liability. LMCIT will automatically endorse all member cities' coverage to make the
borrowing city's LMCIT auto liability coverage primary for any vehicle borrowed from
another Minnesota city, and to add the lending city as a covered party (Without this
endorsement, the coverage on the vehicle itself - that is, the lending city's auto liability
coverage - would normally be primary for anyone driving the vehicle with the owner's
permission.) This endorsement means that potential liability arising from use of the vehicle
wi!l be covered under the policy of the city that's actually using it.
LMCIT will also automatically endorse all member cities' municipal liability coverage to
make the lending city an additional covered party on the borrowing city's coverage, for any
claims arising from the borrowing city's used of the loaned equipment.
The endorsement language is attached. There will be no charge for these endorsements, and
these vehicles and equipment need not be reported to LMCIT or scheduled by the borrowing city.
Please note these two points:
. The above endorsements apply only to vehicles borrowed from another Minnesota city.
. If your city will be lending equipment or vehicles to a city that's not an LMCIT member or to
a county or other governmental unit, you should discuss directly with them how liability and
physical damage will be addressed.
lfyour city borrows or rents vehicles pr equipmentfrom sources other than a Minnesota city.
Please contact your LMCIT underwriter. We'll work with you to make sure that the needed
coverage is in place. The city's LMCIT liability coverage will automatically respond to liability
claims arising from the operation of non-licensed equipment that the city borrows or rents.
You need to contact LMCIT to add coverage in the following two situations:
. If you need auto liability or PIP coverage for a borrowed or rented vehicle (that is, if the
vehicle's owner isn't providing those coverages for your operation of the vehicle); or
If you need coverage for physical damage to a vehicle or equipment that you borrow or rent
from any source other than a Minnesota city.
There will be no charge for these endorsements, but these vehicles and equipment do need to be
reported to the LMCIT underwriters.
Technical help in restoring flooded machinery and equipment
Hartford Steam Boiler Company (HSB), who reinsures LMCIT's boiler and machinery coverage,
has available a number of brief advisories providing technical advice on steps to follow in
restoring and restarting various types of equipment after flooding. The advisories listed below
are available through HSB's fax-on-demand system - dial 1-800-716-7874 and follow the
instructions to request the documents you want. HSB invites all cities to make use of these
resources, regardless of whether your city is an HSB customer or participates in the LMCIT
boiler and machinery coverage.
Document Number Document Title
732 Flood Recovery
734 Flood Recovery for Machinery and Equipment (includes
documents 735, 736, & 737, below
735 Flood Recovery for Boilers
736 Flood Recovery for Electrical Equipment
737 Flood Recovery for Machinery
738 Flood Recovery: Dewatering and Restoration Companies
For cities that participate in the LMCIT boiler and machinery coverage, HSB's inspectors and
engineers can also provide additional technical advice to cities in repairing and restoring flooded
machinery and equipment. Contact Cora Frankman at 612-334-2226.
Finally, all LMCIT cities should feel free to contact LMCIT's loss control, underwriting, or
claims people with any questions.
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ENDORSEMENT #
COVERED PARTY
COVENANT NUMBER
EFFECTIVE DATE
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IT IS HEREBY UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED THAT THE FOLLOWING CHANGES ARE MADE TO THE
ABOVE REFERENCED POLICY WITH REGARDS TO THE 1997 SPRING FLOOD:
1. INLAND MARINE COVERAGE - MOBILE AND MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT.
ANY MOBILE EQUIPMENT OR MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT THAT IS IN THE "CITY'S" CARE,
CUSTODY, AND CONTROL IS COVERED PROPERTY UNDER THE "CITY'S" INLAND MARINE
COVERAGE IF
1. THE EQUIPMENT IS OWNED BY ANOTHER MINNESOTA CITY; AND
2. THE EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN LOANED TO THE "CITY" FOR PURPOSES CONNECTED
WITH THE 1997 SPRING FLOOD.
THIS COVERAGE SHALL BE PRIMARY FOR ANY "LOSS" OCCURRING WHILE THE EQUIPMENT IS
IN THE "CITY'S" CARE, CUSTODY, AND CONTROL.
AUTO PHYSICAL DAMAGE COVERAGE
ANY AUTO THAT IS IN THE "CITY'S" CARE, CUSTODY, AND CONTROL IS COVERED PROPERTY
UNDER THE "CITY'S" AUTO PHYSICAL DAMAGE COVERAGE IF
1. THE AUTO IS OWNED BY ANOTHER MINNESOTA CITY; AND
2. THE AUTO HAS BEEN LOANED TO THE "CITY" FOR PURPOSES CONNECTED WITH
THE 1997 SPRING FLOODING.
THIS COVERAGE SHALL BE PRIMARY FOR ANY "LOSS" OCCURRiNG WHILE THE AUTO is iN THE
"CITY'S" CARE, CUSTODY, AND CONTROL.
3. AUTO LIABILITY COVERAGE
ANY AUTO THAT IS IN THE "CITY'S" CARE, CUSTODY, AND CONTROL IS A COVERED AUTO
UNDER THE "CITY'S" AUTO LIABILITY AND PERSONAL INJURY PROTECTION COVERAGES IF
1. THE AUTO IS OWNED BY ANOTHER MINNESOTA CITY; AND
2. THE AUTO HAS BEEN LOANED TO THE "CITY" FOR PURPOSES CONNECTED WITH
THE 1997 SPRING FLOODING.
THIS COVERAGE SHALL BE PRIMARY FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING FROM THE USE OF THE AUTO
BY THE "CITY'S" OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, VOLUNTEERS.
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COVERED PARTY
COVENANT NUMBER
EFFECTIVE DATE
4. ADDITIONAL COVERED PARTY
THE MINNESOTA CITY LENDING ANY MOBILE OR MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT OR ANY
AUTOMOBILES TO THE "CITY" WILL BE CONSIDERED AN ADDITIONAL COVERED PARTY FOR
MUNICIPAL LIABILITY AND AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY RESPECTIVELY.
Total Endorsement Premium: NO CHANGE (See Below for Billino information)
PREMIUM DUE NOW: NO CHANGE (See Invoice Attached)
OR
DO NOT PAY NOW
PREMIUM ADJUSTMENT TO BE MADE AT EXPIRATION.
All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.
Executive Director, LMCIT
LMCIT
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Lower St. Croix Planning Coordination Office
117 Main Street
Stillwater, MN 55082
612-439-7122
TO:
Lower St. Croix Planning Task Force, Local Governments
and Interagency Contacts
FROM:
Buck Malick, Chair, Lower St. Croix Planning Task Force
Kate Hanson, Planning Coordinator
DATE:
Tuesday, April 29, 1997
The Lower St. Croix Planning Task Force has scheduled two working
sessions in May. This is the only notice that will bemailedforthemeetings.so
please note both dates.
WHEN:
Wednesday, May 7, 1997; 7-9:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 22, 1997; 7-9:30 p.m.
WHERE:
Phipps Center for the Arts, River Room
109 Locust Street; Hudson, Wisconsin
At its April meetings, the task force started discussing how the Lower St.
Croix National Scenic Riverway Cooperative Management Plan should address
navigation channel maintenance, river crossings, and cultural resources. For each
of these topics, the task force has outlined different options for management.
In May, the task force will complete its work on the above-mentioned topics,
and initiate discussions on five more topics: interpretation, winter recreation,
vegetation management/forest management practices, riverway boundaries, and
management structure/riverway administration.
We have developed the following schedule for May, recognizing that this
may change if more time is needed to complete work. Subcommittees are meeting
between task force sessions to develop and refine management options for each
topic. When the task force has made its way through all of the topics, the ideas
will be submitted for public review and response.
Wednesday, May 7:
1. Complete options for navigation channel maintenance.
2. Complete options for river crossings.
3. Complete options for cultural resources.
4. Initiate discussion of interpretation.
5. As time permits: initiate discussion of winter recreation.
(over)
Thursday I May 22:
1. Complete options for interpretation.
2. Initiate or complete discussion of winter recreation.
3. Initiate discussion of vegetation management/forest practices.
4. As time permits, initiate discussion of riverway boundaries.
Date to be determined in late Mayor June (a notice will be mailed):
1. If necessary, complete discussion of winter recreation.
1. Complete discussion of vegetation management/forest practices.
2. Continue or complete discussion of riverway boundaries.
3. As time permits, initiate discussion of riverway management
structure/ad mi nistration.
Date to be determined in June (a notice will be mailed):
1. If necessary, complete discussion of riverway boundaries.
2. Continue or complete discussion of riverway management
structure/administration.
3. Review options for all topics and finalize for public review; discuss how this
material is integrated with alternative management concepts.
If you'd like more information, please call Kate (612-439-7122) or Buck
(71 5-386-7010).
REMINDERS:
* Comments on the Alternatives Workbook are due Friday, May 9. The workbook
outlines alternative concepts for managing water surface use and land use within
the boundaries of the Lower St. Croix National Scenic Riverway. The alternatives
were developed by the task force and will be revised to reflect public comment.
Contact Kate if you need copies of the workbook.
* On the evening of Monday, June 16, the National Park Service regional director
and the heads of the Minnesota and Wisconsin Departments of Natural Resources
will meet with the task force. This will be an opportunity for informal discussion of
the Lower St. Croix Cooperative Management Plan among the task force and
William Schenk (NPS Midwest Region director), Rodney Sando (Minnesota DNR
commissioner) and George Meyer (Wisconsin DNR secretary). You'll receive a
future notice of the time and location of this meeting.
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Serving the St. Croix Valley Area.
April 30, 1997
The Honorable Jay Kimble
Mayor
City of Stillwater
216 N. Fourth St.
Stillwater, MN 55082
Dear Jay:
This is just a quick note to thank you, as well as the City Council members and the City
staff for your continued support and participation in our Annual All Cities Banquet. Your
collective presence, both personally and as sponsors, lends an enormous amount of vitality and
interest to our annual event.
In behalf of the Stillwater Area Chamber's Board of Directors, I want to acknowledge
your support and thank you for your participation.
Sincerely,
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Tom Thueson
Chairman, Board of Directors
Stillwater Area Chamber of Commerce
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SPECIAL STILLWATER TOWN BOARD MEETING
Town Hall
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7: 30 P. M.
PRESENT: Chairperson Louise Bergeron, Supervisors David Francis,
Sheila-Marie Untiedt, David Johnson and Jerry Hicks. Also,
Planner Meg McMonigal, Attorney Matt Brokl, Mr. Bannigan,
Mr. Heibeisen and Mr. Roberts.
Pursuant to posted notice and notice in the Stillwater Gazette, a meeting
was called to order to consider approval for the 4/9/97 preliminary plat
of Nicanna Hills Subdivision.
Mr. Bannigan explained a drawing of the subdivision without a park and
trails.
Residents who requested to be heard expressed their feelings about the
plat, park and trails.
Supervisors discussed at length issues to do with rezoning, density, set
backs, park, trails, sensitivity to natural features of the area, and
variances needed.
M/S/P Johnson/Francis moved preliminary plat (4/9/97 drawing) approval
for Nicanna Hills Subdivision subject to the following: .
1. Regarding lot 2 block 3 and lot 3 block 2,
septic systems should be placed as far away
from wetlands as possible within required
set back regulations.
2. A trail right-of-way be identified and
current trail specifications be revisited
for a modified plan. If a way can't be
figured out to incorporate the right-of-way
into a trail, then leave the project for
some time in the future.
3. The park is to be left in the plat as a wide
spot in the trail. No parking lot will be
planned. Access point will be for maintenance
only.
4. The road will be accepted and a variance
granted for road length. Road frontage
variances for lot 3 block 1, lot 1 block 2,
and lot 3 block 2 will be granted.
5. The park donation will consist of land
calculations with the balance in dollars.
6. The Township attorney is to prepare findings
of fact.
7. A development agreement will be drawn up.
8. Financial guarantees will be put in place.
(Johnson, Francis, Bergeron ayes, Untiedt, Hicks nays) .
Special Stillwater Town Board Meeting - 4/28/97
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_endm.ent/s/p Johnson/Francis moved to amend the original motion as
llows: If the Township comes up with a different type of trail,
cceptable to the community, the park donation will be changed to
include the land involved and construction of the new type of trail.
(Bergeron, Francis, Johnson ayes, Untiedt, Hicks nays)
ADJOURNMENT - Meeting adjourned at 10:00 p.m.
Clerk
Chairperson
Approved
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April 24, 1997
STILLWATER TOWN BOARD MEETING
Town Hall
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7:30 P.M.
PRESENT: Chairperson Louise Bergeron, Supervisors David Francis,
Sheila-Marie Untiedt, David Johnson and Jerry Hicks. Also,
Planner Meg McMonigal, Engineer Paul Pearson and Attorney
Tom Scott.
1. AGENDA - M/S/P Hicks/Francis moved to adopt the agenda as amended.
(5 ayes)
2. MINUTES - M/S/P Francis/Hicks moved to approve the 4/10/97 Stillwater
Town Board Meeting Minutes as written. (4 ayes, Johnson abstain)
M/S/P Hicks/Johnson moved to approve the 4/16/97 Stillwater Town Board
Meeting Minutes as written. (5 ayes)
3. PARCHETA WATER-SKI PERMIT - M/S/P Johnson/Hicks moved to approve and
sign a 1997 Washington County Permit for the Parchetas to have a water-ski
course on Loon Lake. (5 ayes)
4. JOHN MELVILLE - SOCCER FIELD NEEDS - Mr. Melville was present to talk
about the need for fields for area children to play soccer. He was directed
to the Park Committee for discussion regarding a soccer field in a Townsh.'
Park.
5. TREASURER-
1. Gave his usual report on the financial status
of the Township.
2. Mentioned that we will receive about $4,800.00
from the state for excessive snow removal costs
incurred in 1996.
3. ,Claims #1588 through #1611 and payroll checks
#12676 through #12692 were approved for payment.
6. COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING CONSULTANT - M/S/P Johnson/Francis moved to
sign the Washington County Planning and Zoning Consultant contract with the
exception of a paragraph stating that the Township holds the County harmless
in case of mistakes. (5 ayes)
7. PEACE OFFICER REPORT -
1. Oie property is closed off. No new materials
have been brought in. He will keep track of
activity there.
2. Mentioned a fatal accident at Highway 15 and
McKusick.
3. Talked about 3 and 4 wheelers not being allowed
on roads and right-of-ways after April 1.
4. Will talk to Wayne Johnson about signing Arcola
Trail.
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Stillwater Town Board Meeting - 4/24/97
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.8 . S C H 0 0 L FIE L D DAY - M / S / P J 0 h n son / F ran cis m 0 v.e d t hat P r i n c i pal Ran urn
f Withrow and Marine Schools may plan a school field day on June 2, rain
ate June 4, at Otto Berg Park. Students will be responsible for clean-up
of the property. (5 ayes)
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9. WEB PAGE - John Chase, John Barrett and Jerry Larson were present to
talk about putting Stillwater Township on the Internet.
M/S/P Francis/Johnson moved to authorize up to $500.00 for an internet
project. The team of Chase, Barrett and Larson will design a prototype
home page of basic Township information and present it to the Board before
anything further happens. (5 ayes)
Sheila-Marie Untiedt will be the liaison for the internet.
The Clerk will forward basic information about the Township to the County
for their web page.
10. PLANNER -
1. Spoke about the recent AUAR meeting. The City
will be channeling water out of Long Lake to
McKusick and thereby keeping it our of Browns
Creek.
2. Direction was given for the Planner to come up
with a game plan for updating the Comprehensive
Plan.
ENGINEER - Presented his specifications for the road maintenance project.
PUBLIC WORKS -
1. David Francis suggested that we ask the County
to designate Stonebridge Trail as a scenic road.
Some felt the decision to go ahead or not with
a turn-up of Stonebridge Trail (Otchipwe to
Patridge portion) to the County should come
first. The matter of the turn-up will be on
the agenda for the second meeting in May.
2. Mentioned that the no parking signs on Mayfield
by the Schwartz property have been taken down.
She has, registered a complaint. Signs are being
put up again.
3. David Johnson mentioned that the portion of
Arcola Trail that is supposed to be taken
care of by May Township is not getting done.
He asked that Vic handle this and that he
watch for soft spots in the gravel portion
of Arcola - Dave and Vic will consult on this.
4. Suggested that Board Members walk in Stonebridge
South Subdivision and check out where Penfield
could possibly connect with Perkins Avenue in
Arcola Heights Subdivision.
.. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICANTS - Applicants will be
esday May 6 starting at 7:30 p.m.
interviewed on
Stillwater Town Board Meeting - 4/24/97
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14. PARK COMMITTEE - M/S/P Untiedt/Bergeron moved that up to $1,000.00 e.
be spent to mow and weed the park at Arcola Heights Subdivision subject t
a verification that we aren't trying to retrieve a failed effort. (5 aye
M/S/P Untiedt/Francis moved that we give Park Members information about
the current balance in the park fund and specify any donations as of January
1997. (4 ayes, Hicks nay)
15. U.S. WEST PERMIT - M/S/P Johnson/Francis moved that subject to review
and approval by the Engineer a U.S. West Permit for work on Perkins Avenue
North will be approved and signed by the Chair. (5 ayes)
16. ADJOURNMENT - Meeting adjourned at 11:30 p.m.
Clerk
Chairperson
Approved
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W ASIllNGTON COUNTY
Dennis C. Hegberg
District 1
COUNTY BOARD AGENDA
Mary Hauser
District 2
Wally Abrahamson
District 3
MAY 6, 1997, 4:30 P.M.
Myra Peterson
District 4/Chair
Dave Engstrom
District 5
1.
4:30
Roll Call
2.
Consent Calendar
3.
4:30
General Administration - J. Schug, County Administrator
Legislative Update - S. Ladwig, Legislative Representative
4.
4:45
Discussion from the Audience
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VISitors may share their concerns with the County Board of Commissioners on any item not on the agenda. The Chair will direct the
County AdministralOr to prepare responses to your concerns. You are encouraged not to be repetitious of previous speakers and to
limit your address to five minutes.
Commissioner Reports - Comments - Questions
This period of time shall be used Iry the Commissioners to repon to thejuU Board on committee activities. make comments on matters
of interest and i'!fonnation. or raise questions to the staff. This action is not intended to result in substantive board action during
this time. Any action necessary because of discussion will be scheduled for a future board meeting.
6.
Board Correspondence
7.
5:10
Adjourn
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MEETING NOTICES
Date
Committee
Time
Location
May 6
May 7
May 8
May 8
May 8
Personnel Committee
Plat Commission
Community Social Services
Metro TAB
Minnesota Extension Committee
3:00 p.m.
9:30 a.m.
7:30 a.m.
12:30 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
Washington County Government Center
Washington County Government Center
Washington County Government Center
230 E. 5th St.- Mears Park Centre
1825 Curve Crest, Room 202 - Stillwater
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CONSENT CALENDAR *
MAY 6, 1997
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The following items are presented for Board approval/adoption:
DEPARTMENT/ AGENCY
Administration
Auditor-Treasurer
Community Services
Court Services
Health, Environment and
Land Management
Public Works
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A. Approval of the April 1, 8, 15 and 22, 1997 Board meeting minutes.
B. Approval of resolution adopting an Ordinance repealing the current Juvenile
Curfew Ordinance Nos. 115 and 116 and replacing it with a new Washington
County Juvenile Curfew Ordinance.
C. Approval to enter into an amended agreement extending the vending contract
with Best Vending for one additional year from May 1, 1997 through April 30,
1998.
D. Approval of abatement applications for homestead classification, disaster credits
and value changes.
E. Approval of on/off sale non-intoxicating malt liquor license for Oswald's
Resort, April 1, 1997 to March 31, 1998.
F.
Approval of agreement with Twin Cities Tree Trust to provide services for the
1997 Summer Youth Program.
G.
Approval of Program Year 1997 (July 1, 1997 through June 30, 1998) Local
Workforce Service Area Plan for Employment and Trailing for submission to
the Department of Economic Security.
H.
Approval of Juvenile Restitution Grant Program for FY 1998.
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Approval of license to use real property between Washington County and the
City of Forest Lake, Forest Lake township, the City of Woodbury, Scandia
Township and the South Washington County Schools for household hazardous
waste collection.
J.
Approval of resolution awarding the bid for play equipment from Flanagen
Sales, Inc. in the amount of $76,,900 to be installed as a addition to the large
play structure in the Lake Elmo Park Reserve and as a separate play structure
at the Group Picnic Facility-South conditioned upon the execution of a contract
as approved by law.
K. Approval of resolution, authorize the County Engineer to establish a school
speed zone and erect and maintain appropriate signs and pavement markings on
CSAH 38 between 7th Street and 10th Street in Newport adjacent to the
Newport Elementary School.
L. Approval of resolution prioritizing County and township bridges planned for
replacement within the next five years.
M. Approval for the County Board Chair and County Administrator to execute ~
contract for extra funds from the DNR to assist in enforcement of BWI laW
*Consent Calendar items are generally defmed as items of routine business, not requiring discussion, and approved
in one vote. Commissioners may elect to pull a Consent Calendar item(s) for discussion and/or separate action,
Sheriff
WASIDNGTON COUNTY
WaUy Abrahamson
District 3
Myra PeteNon
District 4/Chai,
Dave Engstrom
District 5
***ADDITION TO***
COUNTY BOARD AGENDA
MAY 6, 1997, 4:30 P.M.
The following item has been added to the agenda to immediately follow the Regular County Board
Meeting:
5:15
Washington <;ounty Regional Rail Authority
Roll Call
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COJllIl1riteiRail Demo Project - AI Tink1enberg, Anoka County Public
Works Division Manager
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South Washington County
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A weekly legislative update from the League of Minnesota Cities
Vol. 2, No. 16
May 2, 1997
Tax Conference Committee
begins negotiations
income tax and the House prop~
erty tax rebate.
Both bills still contain levy
limits and referenda requirements
to exceed the levy limits. The
reverse referendum requirement
that was contained in the House
'bill as it went to the floor was
removed on an amendment by
Representative Ted Winter. We
still need to work to eliminate
these levy limit provisions in
conference committee. Please
contact any of the conferees and
urge them to remove the levy limit
provisions.
The Conference committee on
Taxes convened on Thursday
night to hammer out the differ.
ences between the House and
Senate versions of the omnibus
tax bill. Both bills contain provi-
sions that have been described by
their authors as property tax
reform. These features include
class rate compression and
additional state-paid funding for
schools. The most notable
differences between the bills are
the Senate's business activities
tax, the Senate requirement that
local tax increases above the levy
limit be applied as a personal
. Tax Conferees
Sen. Doug Johnson (DFL. Tower) Rep. Dee Long (DFL-Minnneapolis)
Sen. Sandy Pappas (DFL-St. Paul) Rep. Teel Winter (DFL.Fulda)
Sen. John Hottinger (DFL-Mankato) Rep. Edgar Olson (DFL-FoS$1on)
$en. Jim Vickerman (OFL-Tracy) !=tap. Andy Dawkins (DFL-St. Paul)
Sen. Bill Belanger (A-Bloomington) Aep. Ron Abrams (R-Minnetonka)
Cities Helping Cities
Help for flood affected cities
City response to the unprecedented spring flooding has been
overwhelming_ The League has heard from many cities: those needing
flood assistance, and those offering their equipment, personnel and
money. As a result, we've created the Cities Helping Cities program to
link those in need with those able to help.
High Priority NeedS
. Building officials · Fire inspectors · Plumbing inspectors · Engineers ·
If your city can provide help in these areas, please fax (612) 28'-
1235 and indicate when and how many personnel would be available. If
you have any questions, contact Theresia Perry at (612) 281-1200 or
(800) 925.1122.
Legislature
passes flood
relief bi II
The House and Senate have
passed a bill which appropriates
$20 million from the budget re-
serve for reimbursement to local
governments for costs relating to
the 1997 floods. The funds are to
be distributed by the commis-
sioner of public safety. They are
to be used for state and local
matching requirements for federal
disaster funds and for other flood.
related costs.
The bill also would allow early
payment of the July 20 lGA and
HACA payments to cities that are
in a county eligible for disaster aid.
The aid payments would go out as
soon as practical after final pas-
sage of the bill and upon receipt of
a formal council resolution to the
commissioner of revenue request-
ing early payment.
The bill now awaits action by
the Governor.
House passes ROW bill
The House passed the
Senate's version of the
rights of way bill on Friday,
128 to 4. The bill now heads I
to the Governor for his \
signature.
Watch for detailS in next I
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phone: (612) 281-1200 · (800) 925-1122
Fax: (612) 281-1299 · TDD (612) 281-1290
May 1, 1997
Dear Minnesota Mayors, Managers, Administrators, and Clerks:
The League of Minnesota Cities is delighted to invite you to the 1997 LMC Annual Conference. This
year, conference participants will explore the theme Minnesota Cities: Places We Call Home in St.
Cloud, June 10-13, 1997. If your city hasn't registered yet, hurry! You won't want to miss this year's
many new and expanded conference offerings.
League members tell us they attend the LMC Annual Conference to receive the latest facts on a variety
of important city topics. Participants also benefit from the many information sharing opportunities
scheduled over the four-day event. Equally important is the chance to feel re-energized and inspired as
city officials. So for this year's conference, the Conference Planning Committee incorporated members'
suggestions to make sure that all sessions, events, speakers, and activities support the objective of
education, networking, and rejuvenation for Minnesota city officials and staff.
Here are just a few of the new and expanded conference activities. (For complete details, see the
insert in the April issue of Minnesota Cities magazine):
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Cities Marketplace and lVlarket Square
Visit bustling Cities Marketplace where you'll have the chance to appreciate the value of numerous
goods and services available for cities throughout Minnesota. In the heart of Marketplace, Market
Square will showcase city-related items like park benches, picnic tables, street lights, and playground
equipment. Two $500 city door prizes will be announced during each break--just another reason to
make sure your city is present and part of the action.
Special offer-- This year, staff from small cities who aren't registered for the conference are invited
to visit the conference exhibits free of cost on Thursday, June 12 from 8-11 a.m.
. Grants Information Area
Need money? Locating sources of financial help is often a challenge. Be sure to stop by the Grants
Information Area on Wednesday, June 11 where representatives from a number of state and federal
agencies will tell you what's available and new in law enforcement, community development, and
parks and recreation--just to name a few areas of city interest.
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Leadership Institute for Elected Officials
This year's conference offers a special program as part of the League's Leadership Institute for
Elected Officials. This intensive learning opportunity, Successful collaboration: More than just
working together, on Thursday, June 12 from 9 a.m.-2:45 p.m. is for elected officials who want to
make the most of their unique roles in collaboration efforts.
Special offer--City officials interested in attending the Leadership Institute rather than the entire
conference may register for the mini-conference option.
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. Personnel Workshop--Pay equity update
The state's pay equity statute is a complex and often difficult mandate. This interactive session is a .
must-attend for councilmembers and appointed officials responsible for pay equity compliance.
Special offer-- The Personnel Workshop is included as part of the conference registration fee, or
cities can choose to only register and attend the workshop for $25. Registration forms are available
by calling the League's Fax Library at (612) 215-4039 and requesting document 61020, or call Paul
Ness, Personnel Specialist, at (612) 281-1241 for more information.
. Silent Auction
Annual Conference exhibitors are generously participating in the first-ever LMC Annual Conference
Silent Auction. Donated goods and services will be distributed throughout Cities Marketplace, and
you'll have a chance to bid on these items for your personal use as you visit with exhibitors and learn
what's available for your city's needs. All Silent Auction proceeds will help cities recover from this
spring's unprecedented floods--so be sure to participate!
. Tech City Hands-On Lab
Stop by Tech City and get your city's technology questions answered. This year, visitors will
participate in a Hands-On Lab sponsored by Technology Information and Education Services, be
able to check out the LMC Web site, visit other Minnesota city home pages, or browse local
government related sites on the Internet. Also this year, small cities' technology issues will be
addressed in a special question and answer session on Thursday, June 12 from 11 a.m.-Noon.
Special offer--Admission to the exhibit area is free for all conference registrants. We're also
extending a special invitation to small cities who aren't planning on attending the conference to visit .
the exhibits area free of cost on Thursday, June 12 from 8-11 a.m. If you plan to only tour the
exhibits and attend the small cities question and answer hour, please call Cathy Dovidio at
(612) 281-1250 or (800) 925-1122.
As you can see, the 1997 LMC Annual Conference is an important resource for your city. To take
advantage of the early registration prices, be sure to register by May 9, 1997. Conference
registration forms are available in the April and May issues of Minnesota Cities magazine, or contact
Cathy Dovidio at (612) 281-1250 or (800) 923-1122. We look forward to seeing you in Si. Cloud this
June.
Sincerely,
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President, League of Minnesota Cities
Clerk-Treasurer, City of Breckenridge
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METRO MEETINGS
A weekly calendar of meetings and agenda items for the Metropolitan Council, its advisory and standing committees, and
three regional commissions: Metropolitan Airports Commission, Metropolitan Parks and Open Space Commission, and
Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission. Meeting times and agendas are occasionally changed. Questions about meetings
should be directed to the appropriate organization. Meeting information is also available on the Metro Information Line at
602-1888 and on our web page at: www.metrocouncil.org. Comments on Council issues can be made by electronic mail at:
data.center@metc.state.mn.us or by calling the Public Comment Line at 602-1500.
PLEASE NOTE: EFFECTIVE APRIL 14. COUNCIL PHONE NUMBERS CHANGED.
NOTE CHANGES IN THIS DOCUMENT.
DATE: May 2, 1997
WEEK OF: May 5 - May 9
METROPOLITAN COUNCIL
Community Development Committee - Monday, May 5, Noon, Room 1A. The committee will consider:
grant for County Road 30 Realignment Study to determine Lake Waconia Regional Park boundary, Carver
County; land exchange in Central Mississippi Riverfront Regional Park; Dakota County North Urban
Regional Trail Master Plan review; Livable Communities local housing incentive account funding
recommendations; Livable Communities Demonstration Account guidelines and criteria; and other
business.
Transportation Technical Advisory Committee to the Transportation Advisory Board - Wednesday,
May 7,9 a.m., Chambers. The committee will consider: "Highway Spending Report"; "Hiawatha
Transitway Update"; legislative update; replacing two standing committees with Planning Committee;
bylaws; draft 1998-2000 Transportation Improvement Program; and other business.
Core Cities Issues Work Group - Wednesday, May 7, Noon, Dixie's' (back room), 695 Grand Ave., St.
Paul.
Transportation Accessibility Advisory Committee - Wednesday, May 7,1 p.m., Room 1A. The
committee will consider: legislative update; weekend lift bus deploymentlMCTO maintenance schedule;
Metro Mobility customer satisfaction survey; Metro Mobility standing order update; Metro Mobility
operations update; ACT update; and other business.
Southeast Regional Plant Siting Work Group - Wednesday, May 7, 4 p.m., Room 2A.
Executive Committee - Thursday, May 8,8 a.m., Nicollet Island Inn, 95 Merriam St., Minneapolis.
Providers Advisory Committee - Thursday, May 8, 10:30 a.m., Room 1A. The committee will consider:
legislative update; regional capital funding solicitations; ISTEA funding solicitation; 1998 regional transit
capital vehicle replacement; welfare reform transportation initiatives; and other business.
Legislative Coordinating Group - Thursday, May 8, 3 p.m., Room 1A.
Metropolitan Council- Thursday, May 8, 4 p.m., Chambers. The council will consider: reprogramming
1996 regional transit capital funds; authorization for 1997 general liability insurance r~newal; authorization
to amend the approved 1997 MCTa capital program and 1997 capital budget; Information Systems
recruiting recommendation; authorization to enter into an agreement between the Metropolitan Council and
LEtS, Local 192, Transit Police Officers; authorization to negotiate and award a professional services
agreement for the Southeast Regional Plant interceptors, Step I facility planning, MCES project number
970100; approve budget amendment and contracting authority with Senior Community Services and
Laidlaw Transit Services, Inc., Southwest Metro Transit Commission 1996 management plan and budget
amendment; renewal oflease agreement, Minneapolis Transit Store; contractor selection for the fust Twin
Cities commuting area transportation system performance audit; consensus approach to surface
transportation project development: Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport; regional solicitation for
2001 and 2002 projects to be funded with Federal Surface Transportation Program (STP), Congestion
Mitigation Air Quality (CMAQ) and Transportation Enforcement Program (TEP) funds; closed meeting on
the Committee of the Whole to discuss labor negotiations issues; ratification of appointment of Jules Smith
as liaison to the Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission; and other business.
The Metropolitan Council is located at Mears Park Centre, 230 E. Fifth St., St. Paul. Meeting times and
agenda are subject to change. For more information or confirmation of meetings, call 602-1447, (TrY: 602-
0904). Call the Metro Information Line at 602-1888 for news of Council actions and coming meetings.
TENTATIVE MEETINGS THE WEEK OF MAY 12 TIIROUGH MAY 16,1997
Transportation Committee - Monday, May 12, 4 p.m., Chambers.
Public Hearing: Northern Dakota County Transit Redesign - Tuesday, May 13, Noon, Chambers.
Environment Committee - Tuesday, May 13, 4 p.m., Chambers.
Regional Growth Strategy Workshop - Wednesday, May 14 , 6:30 p.m., Minnetonka Community
Center, Community Room, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd., Minnetonka.
Public Hearing: Northern Dakota County Transit Redesign - Wednesday, May 14, 6 p.m., Dakota Co.
Public Library, Wentworth Branch, 199 Wentworth A v. East, West St. Paul.
Committee of the Whole - Thursday, May 15,4 p.m., Room lA. This meeting may be'a closed to the
public pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 471.705, subdivision la to discuss labor negotiations.
Regional Growth Strategy Workshop - Thursday, May 15, 6:30 p.m., Maplewood Community Center,
Room D, 2100 White Bear Av., Maplewood.
METROPOLITAN SPORTS FACILITIES COMMISSION
Intergovernmental Relations Committee - Friday, May 9, 2 p.m., Commission conference room, 900 S.
5th St., Minneapolis. The committee will discuss legislative issues.
The Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission office is located at 900 South 5th St., Minneapolis, MN
55415. All meetings are held in the conference room, unless noted otherwise. Meeting times and agendas
occasionally may be changed. To verify meeting infonnation, please call Nancy Matowitz, 335-3310.
METROPOLITAN AIRPORTS COMMISSION
Planning and Environment Committee - Tuesday, May 6, Room 3040, Mezzanine level (located above
Chili's Too at the Red and Gold Concourse entrance), Lindbergh Terminal, Wold-Chamberlain Field. The
committee will consider: May ADNE levels; fmal contract payments for airfield lighting electrical center at
MSP and 1995-1996 Part 150 sound insulation program; contract change orders for southwest mezzanine
development, GTC east vertical circulation, administration building modifications at St. Paul Downtown
Airport, and A TCT equipment at Anoka County-Blaine Airport; contract bids received for: concession
development on Red Concourse, Lindbergh Terminal concessions area modifications - phase 1, 1997
pavement rehabilitation at Flying Cloud Airport, wetland mitigation at Battle Creek and Beaver Lake, and
April bid cycle for Part 150 sound insulation program; review of upcoming construction project bids; 1996
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Part 150 sound insulation program survey results; Sun Country hangar; development of additional public
parking; Marriott Residence Inn stipulation agreement-executive session; and other business.
Finance Committee - Wednesday, May 7, 11 a.m., Room 3040, West Mezzanine, Lindbergh Terminal
Building. The committee will consider: fIrst quarter monthly operating results; summary of investment
portfolio; summary of air carriers passenger facility charges; ratifIcation of 1996 expenditures; adoption of
fInancial management policies; 1998 budget process review; cash management review; and other business.
Management and Operations Committee - Wednesday, May 7, 1 p.m., Room 3040, West Mezzanine,
Lindbergh Terminal, Wold-Chamberlain Field. The committee will consider: request to increase
professional authorization 2734 PS for Born Consulting; bids received for hot pour sealant; Anoka County
tower equipment maintenance agreement; award of WCF "D" streetIHolman Field security contract;
general offIce cleaning contract proposals; West Terminal cleaning contract proposals; request for public
hearing to revise ordinance #77 - HHH rates; "Airport Ambassador" program; Magnet 2000-strategic
information technology plan for MAC; policy regarding fire protection services at relievers; purchase of
fire truck for city of Blaine; HHH Terminal RFPQ for ground handling and passenger services; state and
federal legislative update; public hearing for revised ground rental rate ordinance; and other business.
Metropolitan Airports Commission offIces are located at 6040 28th Av. S., Minneapolis, MN 55450. For
more information, call Lynn Sorensen at 726-8186.
METROPOLITAN PARKS AND OPEN SPACE COMMISSION
Commission Meeting - Tuesday, May 6, 4 p.m., Chambers. The commission will consider: grant
reallocations to partially finance early buy-out at St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park, Washington County;
special park district forum; review 1985 Metro Regional Logo Contest fmalists; update on 1997 regional
parks directory/map; report on 1997 National Recreation Resource Planners Conference, Salt Lake City,
Utah; and other business.
The Metropolitan Parks and Open Space Commission offIces are located at Mears Park Centre, 230 E. Fifth
St., St. Paul, MN 55101. Meeting times and agendas occasionally may be changed. To verify meeting
information, please call 602-1456.
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A digest of actions taken by the Metropolitan Council, Metropolitan Airports Commission, Metropolitan Parks &
Open Space Commission and Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission. Minutes of all Council and Commission
meetings are filed with the Legislative Reference Library, 645 State Office Building, 6th Floor, in St. Paul for a period
of up to two years and can be viewed by the public. Call the appropriate commission or operations area for meeting
information and/or specific questions.
Metropolitan Council
The Metropolitan Council is located at Mears Park Centre, 230 E. Fifth St., St. Paul, MN, 55101. For further
information regarding the contents of this publication, contact Sandra Lindstrom at 602-1390. The Council's general
number is 602-1000 (TDD: 291-0904). Call the Metro Information Line at 602-1888 for recorded information about
Council publications, Council actions, corning meetings, job openings and subsidized housing referrals. Recent
Council publications can be found at major public libraries in the Metro Area. Publications can be ordered bye-mail.
The address is: data.center@rnetc.state.rnn.us. Comments can be made to that address as well as 602-1500, the Metro
Council Public Comment Line. Check the internet web site at http://www.metrocounciLorg.
The Council...
Community Develollment
The Committee took no formal action.
Environment
. authorized its General Manager of
Wastewater Services to negotiate, and its
Regional Administrator to execute, a
contract for Professional Services
Agreement for the Blue Lake Wastewater
Treatment Plant Grit Removal, Step II
Design Services and Step ill Construction
Support, MCES Project #970400, with the
firms proposed in order of their ranking at a
cost not to exceed $155,000.
. approved Twin Cities Water Quality
Initiative Grant Program categories,
administrative changes, tentative funding
amounts described, as well as funding of the
regular 1997 grant process, at
approximately $1 million, subject to
increase as the final funding breakdown is
negotiated.
· ratified the Declaration of Emergency for
Temporary Road Access to the Metropolitan
Wastewater Treatment Plant.
. ratified the Declaration of Emergency for
Blue Lake Wastewater Treatment Plant
Flood Prevention.
. authorized reallocation of the 1994
favorable variance, which had been
allocated to Project #9509, to the following
capital projects: $300,000 to project #9702;
$500,000 to #9709; and $264,000 to small
systemwide improvement projects.
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. adopted Resolution 97-10 authorizing its
Associate Regional Administrator to submit
loan applications to the Minnesota Public
Facilities Authority for the following
projects: #9708 - Centerville Interceptor
Improvements; #9706 - Metropolitan
Wastewater Treatment Plant Liquid
Treatment; #9703 - Metropolitan
Wastewater Treatment Plant Solids
Processing Improvements; and #9702 -
Southeast Regional Plant Interceptors.
Finance
. authorized Environmental Services to award
a contract for two years to Browning-Ferris
Industries (BFI) for an estimated cost of
$600,000, plus authorization to extend for
three additional 12-month periods at the
same rates.
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. awarded bids on General Obligation Park
Bonds, Series 1997 A, for $5.3 million to the
firm of Dain Bosworth at a true interest rate
of 4.8557 percent; Radio Bonds, Series
1997B, for $3 million to the firm of
Norwest at a true interest rate of 5.1210
percent; Transit Bonds, Series 1997C, for
$14.5 million to the firm ofDain Bosworth
at a true interest rate of 5.1872; and Transit
Refunding Bonds, Series 1997D, for
$9,280,000 to the firm of Dain Bosworth at
a true interest rate of 4.5286.
. approved a Labor Agreement with Law
Enforcement Labor Services, covering
MCTO's Police Administration and
Command Unit effective (retroactively) on
January 1, 1996, through December 31,
1998.
Parks
. approved supporting the conversion of two
surplus General Services Administration
parcels to park land within Fort Snelling
State Park; and approved supporting the
formation of a memorandum of agreement
to study and make recommendations on the
recreational lands in an area to be defmed as
54th Street in Minneapolis, the confluence
of the Minnesota and Mississippi Rivers and
the Mississippi River, Highway 494 and
11 th Avenue in the City of Richfield.
Transportation
. authorized staff to set a public hearing for
Tuesday, May 13, 1997, at 12 p.m. at Mears
Park Centre, 230 East Fifth Street, St. Paul,
and Wednesday, May 14, 1997, at 6 p.m. at
the Dakota County Public Library,
Wentworth Branch, 199 W entworth Avenue
East, West St. Paul, in coordination with
DARTS to solicit public input on the
proposed northern Dakota County transit
redesign service plan.
. authorized staff to set a public hearing for
Wednesday, May 28, at 7 p.m. in the St.
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Paul Park City Hall to solicit public input on
the localized transit service plan.
. approved the service plan for the Western
Suburbs for implementation in June 1997.
. approved the service plan for Lower Anoka
County for implementation in June 1997.
. authorized its Regional Administrator to
execute a private vehicle capital agreement
with Laidlaw Transit Services in an amount
not to exceed $300,000 of available capital
funding for use of four mid-size transit
vehicles.
. authorized its Regional Administrator to
expend an amount not to exceed $300,000
of available capital funding to purchase
fareboxes, TRiM units and portable data
units.
. authorized its Regional Administrator to
execute an amendment to the transit capital
agreement C-95-77 with the Minnesota
Valley Transit Authority increasing the
current amount of the agreement by $41,402
for a new agreement total amount not to
exceed $959,819.
. approved the operation of Routes 52A, 52B,
52C and 52L by Metropolitan Council
Transit Operations (MCTO)
. authorized its Regional Administrator to
enter into an agreement with the Minnesota
Department of Transportation to construct a
bus transfer station on westbound 1-94 at
Huron Boulevard at a cost to the Council
not to exceed $450,000.
. approved the reconstruction of the 1-494/TH
169 interchange as a controlled access
facility with the design described in the
Project Memorandum with the
understanding that any significant changes
in the design of the proposed project are
subject to further review and approval by
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the Metropolitan Council prior to
construction and the comments of the
Environmental Services staff will be
transmitted to MnDOT for its consideration.
The Council also:
. appointed Roger Puchreiter as a member of
the Industrial Rate System Task Force.
New Publications
Council publications are available from the
Council's Regional Data Center. For a free
and complete list of publications, write the
Metropolitan Council Data Center, 230 E. Fifth
St., St. Paul, MN 55101, or call 602-1140.
E-mail address is:
data.center@metc.state.mn.us.
There is a charge for some publications.
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The bi-monthly Council Directions newsletter
provides information on regional issues and
Council Programs. If you wish to receive a
copy of Council Directions, call Carol Berens at
602- 1447.
Metropolitan Commission Activities
Metropolitan Airports Commission
Metropolitan Airports Commission offices are located
at 6040 28th Av. S., Minneapolis, MN 55450. For
more information, call Lynn Sorenson at 726-8186.
The Commission:
. adopted Taxicab Ordinance No. 81
which regulates operation of all taxicabs
at Minneapolis-St. Paul International
Airport.
. voted to amend the lease with the city of
Richfield for the Richfield Golf Course
which would result in revocation of the
termination of the Golf Course lease
dated October 29, 1996. This lease
amendment, which is subject to
dismissal of the Golf Course litigation
by the city of Richfield, will allow
Richfield to continue using the property
for recreational purposes for as long as
possible before construction of the
north-south runway.
. awarded a contract to Oppenheimer,
Wolff & Donnelly Law Firm to provide
general legal representation to the
Metropolitan Airports Commission.
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Metropolitan Parks & Open Space
Commission (MP&OSC)
Metropolitan Parks & Open Space Commission
offices are located at Mears Park Centre, 230 E. Fifth
St., St. Paul, 55101. For more information, ca11602-
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The Commission:
. recommended that the Metropolitan
Council approve the proposed
corridor/trail location for the Dakota
North Urban Regional Trail Corridor
and request Dakota County to submit
the following agreements and
supporting documentation as required
for master plan approval and potential
future acquisition and/or development
funding:
1) Joint Powers Agreement with
Mendota Heights, Lilydale, West
St. Paul and South St. Paul;
2) confirmation of ISTEA cooperation
with the Lafayette Freeway
overpass, TII 56 crossing, and
Highway 11 O/frontage road trail
development and submit
documentation of funding sources;
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3) agreements with NSP and MnDOT
on the trail development within
their respective right of ways;
4) detailed development plans/cost
estimates for all segments of the
trail corridor.
. recommended that the Metropolitan
Council approve only Dakota County
Regional Trail support facilities for
future development funding, including
trailhead development only within
Lilydale/Harriet Island Regional Park
and the South St. Paul Riverfront Trail
within the MNRRA corridor.
. recommended that the Metropolitan
Council not be responsible for the
stabilization or correction of any
existing erosion and bank stabilization
projects and that these areas be
identified with proposed resolutions as
part of a master plan amendment for
trail development.
. recommended that the Metropolitan
Council take actions concerning the
conversion of surplus Government
Services Administration parcels to park
land as set forth on page 2 of this
publication.
. recommended that the Metropolitan
Council authorize a grant for up to
$30,000 to Carver County from the
$940,000 set aside for Lake Waconia
Regional Park acquisition to hire a
consultant to study three sub-alternative
alignments of the east leg of County
Road 30; and request Carver County to
report the findings of the study to the
Metropolitan Council along with a
recommended final alignment for
County Road 30 so that the balance of
funds set aside for Lake Waconia
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Regional Park can be authorized for the
park's acquisition as well as to acquire
road right-of-way displaced by the park.
. recommended that the Metropolitan
Council approve the exchange of 41,300
square feet of land to be acquired by the
Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board
from the Minneapolis Community
Development Agency and 2,000 square
feet of land currently owned by the Park
Board for 75,700 square feet ofland
owned by Minnegasco in compliance
with policy 15 of the Recreation Open
Space Development Guide/Policy Plan.
. submitted proposed revisions to the
1998-2003 Regional Recreation Open
Space Capital Improvement Program
regarding priority funding for
Minnehaha Regional Park as testimony
at the April 21 public hearing
. scheduled the following tours of the
regional parks system:
June 17,3-8:30 p.m. - Baylor, Lake
Waconia, Lake Minnewashta Regional
Parks (in lieu of Commission meeting);
July 15,3-8:30 p.m. - Scott County
Regional Trail, Bush and Normandale
Lakes and Mossman Property (in lieu of
Commission meeting);
July 29, 3-8 p.m. - Minnehaha Regional
Park, Fort Snelling State Park Upper
Bluff Area, Dakota County North Urban
Regional Trail; and
September 16,3-7:30 p.m. - Highway
96 Regional Trail and Grass-Vadnais
Lake portions of Snail Lake Regional
Park, Rice Creek Chain of Lakes
Regional Park (in lieu of Commission
meeting).
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Metropolitan Sports Facilities
Commission (MSFC)
Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission offices are
located at 900 South 5th St., Minneapolis, MN 55415.
For more information, call Nancy Matowitz at 335-
3310.
The Commission:
. approved Change Order No. 1 to
Maertens-Brenny Construction in the
added amount of $69,944
. approved the architectural fees for the
proposed 1997 University of Minnesota
Locker Room Remodeling Project in the
amount of $27,080. Fees are on an
hourly basis not to exceed the sum
based on the anticipated work plan.
. authorized plans and specifications for
the 1997 Portable Stage Project.
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Stillwater Public Library
223 North Fourth Street
Stillwater, MN 55082
Board of Trustees
Minutes
April 1, 1997
Members: Doeksen, Gorski*, Hickey, Lockyear, Maybanks, McFayden, Myers*,
Nelson, Ruch. Director: Bertalmio.
* Absent
1.
Call to order:
President Ruch called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. with a quorum
being present.
2.
Adoption of the Agenda:
Agenda adopted. Moved by Lockyear/seconded by McFayden.
3.
Communications: We received a thank you and donation. Also Dave Magnuson
sent us some library historical information.
Consent Calendar:
Hickey moved/Doeksen seconded to adopt the consent calendar including payment
of bills in the amount $11,274.83. Approved.
5.
Long Range Plan calendar will be tabled until May.
6.
All job descriptions are now ADA compliant; we saw the director's job description
as an example.
7.
We held discussions about the 1998 budget request. Some items considered
were salaries, collections, technology, staffing, facilities, repairs, capital
expenditures and possible consultants.
8.
The Director gave us data on staffing hours, book check-out by time of
day etc. Next month we will see a break-down of non-public staff
time. This information is valuable to the work of the Collections,
Executive and Facilities Committees.
9.
We have a need for timely cross-communication between committees via fax,
e-mail, etc.
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April 1, 1997
1 O. Committee Reports:
Alternative Funding will meet next week.
Centennial Committee discussed the June event and the ice cream social.
Collections has met and is ready to define size of collection.
Executive Committee met regarding closer relationships and sharing with the
WCL Board.
Facilities Committee needs to meet with the PR Committee to coordinate a
survey.
Public Relations offered to coordinate speakers to organizations regarding the
Centennial.
11. Adjournment at 8:37 p.m.
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